Assistant Men's Soccer Coach (Goalkeeper)

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Assistant Men's Soccer Coach (Goalkeeper)
External posting
Part-Time, Non-Exempt , Administrative/Professional

Hours per week: 8 hours

JOB SUMMARY: Saginaw Valley State University, a DII member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference invites applications for the position of Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach (Goalkeeper) to assist the head coach to develop, promote and supervise all facets of the men’s soccer program; be responsible for instruction and development of goalkeepers; assist the head coach to develop and execute strategies for the recruitment of student-athletes for highly visible regionally and nationally competitive team; assist the head coach to organize and direct all aspects of the men’s soccer program, organizing practice sessions to enhance the team’s performance.

Assistant Men's Soccer Coach (Goalkeeper)
External posting
Part-Time, Non-Exempt , Administrative/Professional

Hours per week: 8 hours

JOB SUMMARY: Saginaw Valley State University, a DII member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference invites applications for the position of Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach (Goalkeeper) to assist the head coach to develop, promote and supervise all facets of the men’s soccer program; be responsible for instruction and development of goalkeepers; assist the head coach to develop and execute strategies for the recruitment of student-athletes for highly visible regionally and nationally competitive team; assist the head coach to organize and direct all aspects of the men’s soccer program, organizing practice sessions to enhance the team’s performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to all applicable NCAA and conference compliance rules and regulations
• Ensuring that all relevant institutional, conference and NCAA rules and regulations are followed including, but not limited to player eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling and academic progress.
• Ensure compliance with all institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations by student-athletes and sport-related staff.
• Abides by NCAA Bylaws 10.1 and 11.1 regarding ethical conduct and the responsibility to positively contribute to a campus culture of NCAA rules compliance.
• Responsible for promoting a positive academic environment to encourage all athletes to strive for academic excellence.
• Assist in preparing and executing practice and game plans, strategies, and alternatives which are designed to bring success to the program.
• Providing moral support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes.
• Establishing and maintaining community contacts, which enhances the success of the program.
• Take charge of training and development of goalkeepers.
• Assisting in the purchase, maintenance, and inventory of uniforms and equipment.
• Assist in directing and managing the recruiting efforts of the program.
• Assist in designing and implementing off-season training programs for student-athletes.
• Assist in all fundraising needs for the program.
• Maintain appropriate communications with student-athletes and parents.
• Assist in the planning of banquets, fund raising efforts, and other activities which promote the program.
• Assist in managing travel arrangements for the team.
• Assist with promoting, operating, and coordinating summer camps.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Supervision is received from the Head Men’s Soccer Coach

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma
• Two years relevant sport coaching or participation experience at the collegiate level or higher.
• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Exceptional leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with a diverse campus community.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.
• Willingness to travel nights and weekends.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong desire and ability to successfully recruit.
• Strong follow-through skills, as well as the ability to plan, organize, and control projects through to completion.
• Four years of relevant sport coaching or participation experience at the collegiate level or higher

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Duties are generally performed inside but include outside seasonal activities.
• Some weeknights and weekends, including intermittent travel, will be required.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Posted through: Until Filled
Applicants must apply online at jobs.svsu.edu

About SVSU:
_Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. For eight consecutive years, SVSU has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For” (2016-2023).

SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.

SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels.

More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2023). SVSU fields 19 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website,,_
http://www.svsu.edu.

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