Head Men’s Soccer Coach

EXPIRED

The University of Jamestown seeks a Head Men’s Soccer Coach. The Jimmie men’s soccer team currently competes in the NAIA as part of the Great Plains Athletic Conference. In 2024-25, we will be part of the NAIA competing in the Continental Athletic Conference, with the hopes of transitioning to NCAA Division II. Competition in NCAA Division II would start in the fall of 2025. We are currently awaiting our final approval from the NCAA.

Job Description:

Essential duties and Responsibilities

§Player Development – provide coaching skills to individuals and team. Focus on improving player skills, abilities, and performance.

The University of Jamestown seeks a Head Men’s Soccer Coach. The Jimmie men’s soccer team currently competes in the NAIA as part of the Great Plains Athletic Conference. In 2024-25, we will be part of the NAIA competing in the Continental Athletic Conference, with the hopes of transitioning to NCAA Division II. Competition in NCAA Division II would start in the fall of 2025. We are currently awaiting our final approval from the NCAA.

Job Description:

Essential duties and Responsibilities

§Player Development – provide coaching skills to individuals and team. Focus on improving player skills, abilities, and performance.

§Recruitment – recruit high quality students and athletes that align with the university’s mission and values.

§Team Management – strategize team operations, practices, game planning, travel, scheduling, etc.

§Game Strategy – adapting to opponents and situations. Make critical decisions during competition. Maximize the team’s chances of success.

§Supervision – all assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and volunteer coaches will be under the supervision of the head coach.

§Leadership – excellent work ethic and motivational skills. Assists in the athletic department, supports the Jimmie family, and takes part in Jimmie athletic successes.

§Community Engagement – engage in fundraising, alumni relations, and promote the men’s basketball program.

§Communication – prominent level written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills.

§Fundraising – collaborate with the athletic department to raise money for the program.

§Compliance – understand and abide by the rules and regulations of the NAIA and NCAA.

§Academics – monitor and facilitate academic progress of student-athletes.

§Sportsmanship – maintain sportsmanship in relations with staff, players, officials, opponents, and spectators.

§Administrative duties – work within the rules set forth by athletic administration, operational procedures, student handbooks, and facility handbooks.

§Student-athlete well-being – work closely with the athletic training staff and team physician regarding the well-being of student-athletes.

§Supports University of Jamestown Mission – our mission at the University of Jamestown is to create wholeness in students. We are a student-centered university dedicated to the development of wholeness in all members of our community.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Coaching experience.
• Experience recruiting student athletes.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Demonstrate Successful leadership experience.

Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree
• 5+ years of collegiate coaching experience
• Experience as a head coach

To apply, please send letter, resumé, and the names and contact information for three professional references to Austin Hieb, Athletic Director,austin.hieb@uj.edu. The University of Jamestown is an AA/EO employer.