Head Coach: Men’s Soccer

The Head Coach is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Bethel College team within the guidelines set forth by Bethel College, the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).

Department

Athletics

Classification

Salaried, (12-month position)

Essential Functions

• Support the Mission, Vision, & Values of Bethel College
• Help identify, evaluate, recruit and retain a roster of eligible student-athletes to meet the team’s recruitment goals
• Organize practices and competitions

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Head Coach: Men’s Soccer

The Head Coach is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Bethel College team within the guidelines set forth by Bethel College, the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).

Department

Athletics

Classification

Salaried, (12-month position)

Essential Functions

• Support the Mission, Vision, & Values of Bethel College
• Help identify, evaluate, recruit and retain a roster of eligible student-athletes to meet the team’s recruitment goals
• Organize practices and competitions
• Recruit, hire and evaluate all assistant coaches
• Perform administrative duties in regards to schedules, budget management, scholarship management, travel arrangements, scheduling of practice facility, and academic support
• Knowledge and compliance of all KCAC and NAIA sport guidelines
• Purchase and maintain all necessary equipment
• Work closely with the Sports Information Director on all media necessities
• Maintain NAIA eligibility and all other related documentation
• Demonstrate Flexibility and willingness to learn and adapt to changing work processes, including moving from in-person to remote work and back, as necessitated by College policy or as directed by the supervisor
• Satisfy the duties of a Campus Security Authority (CSA) relating to Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (“Clery Act”) and satisfy the duties of an Official with Authority (OWA) and Mandated Reporter relating to Title IX and the Bethel College Equal Opportunity, Harassment, & Non-Discrimination Policy and Procedures
• Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position
• Attend required coach’s meetings
• Comply with Bethel College policies and procedures

Secondary Functions

• Perform other duties as determined by the Director of Athletics

Supervisory Responsibility

• Assistant Coaches/Student assistant coaches
• Managers
• Student workers

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree
• Preferred: Master’s degree
• Minimum: High School head coaching experience
• Preferred: Collegiate coaching experience and/or assistant collegiate coaching experience
• Preferred: Experience with NAIA programs

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• First Aid/CPR certification (must be active within 60 days of employment
• NAIA Champions of Character-Driven Coaches online course
• Valid driver’s license

Skills Required

• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Effective leadership displayed within public speaking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong team building/management skills
• Ability to collaboratively work in a team driven athletic department environment
• Ability to work across academic and administrative departments in a cooperative manner
• All coaching staff assume the responsibility of instruction of their respective sport
• Teach and demonstrate techniques, tactics and strategies to help athletes improve and reach their full potential
• Provide constructive feedback and support the athletes to help them develop their skills and improve performance
• Develop and implement individualized training programs for athletes based on their abilities and goals
• Communicate effectively with athletes and other coaches to ensure a positive and supportive team environment
• Stay current with trends and developments in coaching and incorporate new techniques and strategies
• Provide input for student evaluation and grade assigned for sport

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the position require:

• Minimal lifting (up to 25 lbs.) and reaching
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one facility or building location to another
• Ascending and descending stairs
• Ability to perform tasks both sitting and standing for extended periods of time
• Ability to function well in a standard office setting
• Outdoor work environment
• Medium/indoor work environment

Work Environment and Conditions

All the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head). Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.

Application Information

Please complete a Bethel College application and upload a cover letter, resume and minimum of three references with contact information.

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