Assistant Women's Soccer Coach

Department

Job Posting Title

Assistant Women's Soccer Coach

Job Description

This position is responsible for assisting with the organization, development, and administration of all functions related to coaching a Division II Women’s Soccer program.   Fundamental duties include, but are not limited to, coaching, recruiting student-athletes, commitment to the academic and athletic success of student-athletes, student-athlete development, assisting or directing camps and clinics, and overall soccer operations.  This position collaborates with intercollegiate athletics staff members, sports medicine and performance staff, academic support staff, compliance staff, and institutional partners.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.            Aid in the organization and supervision of all aspects of the women’s soccer program.

2.   Supervises student-athletes during practices and games, observing and evaluating performance and

Department

Job Posting Title

Assistant Women's Soccer Coach

Job Description

This position is responsible for assisting with the organization, development, and administration of all functions related to coaching a Division II Women’s Soccer program.   Fundamental duties include, but are not limited to, coaching, recruiting student-athletes, commitment to the academic and athletic success of student-athletes, student-athlete development, assisting or directing camps and clinics, and overall soccer operations.  This position collaborates with intercollegiate athletics staff members, sports medicine and performance staff, academic support staff, compliance staff, and institutional partners.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.            Aid in the organization and supervision of all aspects of the women’s soccer program.

2.   Supervises student-athletes during practices and games, observing and evaluating performance and

demonstrating proper techniques.

1.   Supervise and mentor all graduate and undergraduate student staff.

2.   Supports and monitors the academic performance of student-athletes in conjunction with the compliance and

academic support staff.

1.   Help in the recruitment process – identification, evaluation, recruitment, and retention of prospective student-

athletes.  

1.   Enhances the student-athlete experience through team expectations, personal development, and opportunities,

such as but not limited to community service, team building, leadership development, etc.

1.   Assists in directing or directs camps and clinics.

2.   Responsible for providing support with scheduling of practices, team and recruiting travel arrangements, and

student-athlete meetings.

1.   Attends and participates in scheduled compliance seminars and complies with all Athletic Department efforts to

monitor compliance with NCAA regulations.

1.   Responsible for compliance with NCAA, MIAA, and institutional rules and regulations, ensuring program

compliance.  

1.   Active member of the FHSU Athletic Department and University, while representing the university and soccer

program in a professional manner.

1.   Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant, successful coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate or nationally recognized club level.  Proven ability to teach sport-specific skills and develop successful competitive strategies. Strong communication skills (written and oral), a high level of organization, and attention to detail are required.  Public relations skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in a related field.  Relevant, successful coaching experience is required.  Master’s degree preferred.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

Those associated with coaching a competitive collegiate soccer team, including active participation in practice.
 

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
General office conditions.  General athletic event environments that occur indoors.

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

Benefits : To review our competitive benefit package, please visit FHSU Benefits.

Application Process : To apply for this position, please visit FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.

Required Application Documents:  Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three professional references.

Community of Hays

FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.

Notice of Non-discrimination: FHSU is committed to providing equal opportunity and access to its educational programs, employment, services, and activities in compliance with federal and state nondiscrimination laws. FHSU prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity and expression), age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its programs, activities, admissions, or employment.

Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.

Notice to KPERS retirees applying for a position: Recent legislation changes working-after-retirement rules for both you and your employer if you go back to work for a KPERS employer. Please contact your KPERS representative or www.kpers.org for further information on how this might affect you.

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