Head Coach of Men's Soccer

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Under the general direction of the Director of Athletics, the head men’s soccer coach will recruit qualified student-athletes for the men’s soccer program, instruct and develop the student-athletes in the sport of soccer, prepare for games and assist in community involvement. Instruction should include, but not be limited to, the rules, strategies and techniques relating to practice and competition in this sport. The head coach provides administrative support to the College’s NCAA Division III program. The head coach will also support the mission and goals of the athletic department.

Essential Duties include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. 

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Job Details

Description

Under the general direction of the Director of Athletics, the head men’s soccer coach will recruit qualified student-athletes for the men’s soccer program, instruct and develop the student-athletes in the sport of soccer, prepare for games and assist in community involvement. Instruction should include, but not be limited to, the rules, strategies and techniques relating to practice and competition in this sport. The head coach provides administrative support to the College’s NCAA Division III program. The head coach will also support the mission and goals of the athletic department.

Essential Duties include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. 

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Men’s Soccer Coaching, Instruction, and Team Administration (60%)

• Model and instruct student-athletes in departmental, College, conference, and NCAA policies and procedures including Hood honor code, alcohol policy, code of conduct, travel policy, conference bylaws and proceedings, and NCAA guidelines;
• Organize and conduct practices during the traditional season (as defined by the National Collegiate Athletic Association) for this sport. Non-traditional (or out of season) practices may be required with the assistance of GA’s and assistants;
• Develop team travel and security plans in compliance with departmental and College guidelines for safety and other requirements;
• Serve as the representative of the department and the College during team travel for in- and out-of-season competition. Supervise team during all travel, lead team during the event;
• Manage and account for budget. Submit required forms and reports to director of athletics and accounting department;
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies for team;
• Assure currency with NCAA regulations, conference bylaws and proceedings, and departmental policies. Participate in NCAA and conference meetings and voting procedures as appropriate;
• Refer student-athletes to College resources as necessary to assist with academic, medical, and/or personal issues that may arise throughout the year;
• Work with director of athletics on yearly recruiting goals for the program;
• Other duties as assigned by director of athletics;  

Recruiting (30%)

• Work with Director of Athletics and Department of Admission to develop annual recruiting plan for identifying prospective student-athletes;
• Work with Liaison to Admission and Department of Admission to recruit qualified student-athletes; both incoming freshmen and transfers, to Hood College; included are off-campus contacts and evaluations, as well as, serving as College representative during on-campus prospect visits;
• Work closely with Sports Information Director to develop annual media plan that includes media guides, news releases, etc. for promotion of student-athletes, the team, and the College;
• Respond to prospective student inquiries and maintain record of contacts;

Secondary Duty – Game Day Marketing & Promotions for the Athletic Department (10%)

• Work with our head coaches on special game day themes, such as senior day, All Hood All Blue games, faculty appreciation games, etc.
• Create half-time entertainment when possible.
• Partner with other student and local Frederick organizations to support attendance at games. 
• Send weekly emails to faculty, staff, and students promoting the games during the week.

Qualifications

We seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College’s mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree and USSF C license or United Soccer Advanced National Diploma.  

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Proven successful coaching with 2-3 years of head coaching experience preferred at the collegiate level.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations.
• Experience working with male student-athletes.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.

Preferred Skills and Characteristics

• Self-starter on projects
• Organization
• Responsiveness to e-mails
• Communication skills with colleagues and athletes

Technology Skills

Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail and Internet.  Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications. 

Language Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills.  Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

Proficient with statistical and financial concepts.  Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking, projections, goal setting and interpreting reports.  Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost effective decisions regarding programs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.  Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans. Ability to work in theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.

To Apply

We invite qualified candidates to apply on-line via our electronic application which requires submission of a cover letter, résumé and three professional references.

If you need assistance with the on-line application process, please email humanresources@hood.edu or call (301) 696-3592.

Hood College is committed to diversity in its faculty and staff and subscribes to a policy of hiring only individuals legally eligible to work in the United States.  EOE/AAP/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, religion, or age in recruitment, admission and access to, or treatment, or employment in its programs, services, benefits, or activities as required by applicable laws including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries about discrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referred to the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall, 401 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD. 21701 (AD 312), (301) 696-3592.  For complete information on Hood College’s nondiscrimination policy, please visit http://www.hood.edu/non-discrimination/.

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Education

Required

Bachelors or better.

Preferred

Technical/other training or better.

Experience

Preferred

Proven successful coaching with 2-3 years of head coaching experience preferred at the collegiate level. Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations. Experience working with male student-athletes. Strong oral and written communication skills required. See job description for other required/preferred skills, qualifications and characteristics.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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