Head Soccer Coach & Event Supervisor

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Position Summary

The Athletics Department at Saint John's University invites applications for a full-time (0.83 FTE), benefit eligible position of Head Soccer Coach and Event Supervisor.

The Head Soccer Coach at SJU plays a crucial role in upholding the positive reputation of SJU Athletics by instructing, supervising, and influencing the conduct of student-athletes and assistant coaches. They work collaboratively with the Athletic Director and college administrators, fostering positive relationships with the team, student body, staff, and community. Prioritizing participant welfare during training and games, the coach also acknowledges gender differences to implement effective coaching for men and supports the academic and personal growth of student-athletes in line with Benedictine Values. All athletic department members must adhere to the philosophies and guidelines of SJU, MIAC, and NCAA Division III.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

Position Summary

The Athletics Department at Saint John's University invites applications for a full-time (0.83 FTE), benefit eligible position of Head Soccer Coach and Event Supervisor.

The Head Soccer Coach at SJU plays a crucial role in upholding the positive reputation of SJU Athletics by instructing, supervising, and influencing the conduct of student-athletes and assistant coaches. They work collaboratively with the Athletic Director and college administrators, fostering positive relationships with the team, student body, staff, and community. Prioritizing participant welfare during training and games, the coach also acknowledges gender differences to implement effective coaching for men and supports the academic and personal growth of student-athletes in line with Benedictine Values. All athletic department members must adhere to the philosophies and guidelines of SJU, MIAC, and NCAA Division III.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.

Responsibilities

Head Soccer Coach

• Coaching and Training
  • Design and organize high quality practice sessions, attending all practices
  • Select and instruct captains and other student team leaders
  • Provide instruction on skills and techniques to enhance player development
  • Analyze game performance and develop improvement plans
  • Prepare for competition with the goal of finishing in the top of the MIAC
• Student-Athlete Development
• Monitor the academic progress of student-athletes, ensuring they meet academic eligibility requirements
• Provide guidance and support in personal, academic, and athletic development
• Promote a positive team environment that fosters camaraderie and respect
• Conduct mid-season and end-of-season meetings/reviews
• Program Administration
• Ensure compliance with all NCAA, MIAC, and institutional rules and regulations
• Schedule contests and training, managing all travel details
• Manage the soccer program's budget and resources
• Hire, supervise and mentor assistant and student coaches
• Maintain records and statistics for the team and individual players
• Oversee care and maintenance of all equipment, including uniforms and warm-ups
• Represent the soccer program in community outreach and fundraising activities
• Engage with alumni and supporters to promote and enhance the program
• Attend athletic department, conference coaches and campus divisional meetings
• Recruitment
• Identify and recruit prospective student-athletes for Varsity and Club Soccer programs in collaboration with admissions staff
• Conduct evaluations of potential recruits through video analysis and in-person scouting visits
• Build relationships with high school coaches, club coaches, and other relevant stakeholders
• Submit recruit lists and prepare final recruiting summary report Event Supervisor
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive co-curricular experience for our student athletes that reflects positively on SJU.
• Provide guidance and support to student athletes and employees.
• Supervise designated on and off campus home game-day venues, overseeing setup and breakdown of infrastructure such as bleachers, fencing, P.A. systems, scoreboards
• Train and manage game-day security staff, ushers, field security, etc.
• Coordinate with visiting teams and officials prior to their arrival on campus and personally assist them upon arrival, escorting them to locker rooms, fields, courts, etc.
• Collaborate with the Sports Marketing Director to execute in-game promotions
• Monitor the condition of facilities and maintain regular communication with Athletic Facility Director, custodial, physical plant, and life safety departments regarding repairs, maintenance or any other facility-related concerns
• Perform other duties as assigned by Athletic Director

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field; master’s degree preferred
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification per NCAA rules, or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire
• Successful soccer coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level
• Proven success in recruiting soccer student-athletes
• Effective coaching and supervisory skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
• Strong knowledge of soccer rules, strategies, and techniques
• Ability to positively represent the soccer program to internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of student-athletes, faculty, staff, and community members
• Commitment to academic and athletic excellence
• Ability to work a flexible and varied schedule, including nights and weekends as necessary
• Understanding, or ability to learn, MIAC and NCAA Division III mission and rules
• Ability to project a positive image of service.

• High level of competence, discretion, and confidentiality Physical Requirements:

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including leading players through training sessions, demonstrating techniques and skills

• The role requires mobility across campus facilities and indoor/outdoor competition venues

• Must be capable of lifting and transporting items weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to adapt to varying temperatures

• Proficient in safely and efficiently operating college vehicles, and ability to complete College safety training programs, including defensive driving, within one month of hire; valid driver’s license required Travel Requirements:

• Regular travel for games, recruiting, and other program-related activities

To Apply

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "** Apply ***". Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.*

If you require an accommodation to participate in the SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5500 or employment@csbsju.edu.

It is the policy of SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

Saint John's University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.