Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Dec 04, 2024
Expired Date: Dec 17, 2024QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
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Years of Experience
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Work Type
Full-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
SPORTS/DEPARTMENT
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
S000872
Position Title
Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach
Department
Athletics
Division
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
S000872
Apply NowPosition Title
Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach
Department
Athletics
Division
Athletics
Supervisor Title
Head Men’s Soccer Coach
Status
Full Time Regular
Position Summary
The primary purpose of the Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach is to play an integral role in the effective operation of the men’s soccer program, develop young men in the North Central College men’s soccer philosophy, to direct aspects of the overall soccer program strategy including recruitment, development, and retaining student-athletes. The assistant soccer coach will also work with the Director and Assistant/Associate Director of Athletics helping further develop, implement, and evaluate components of departmental athletic events and leadership programs.
Description of Key Responsibilities
Assist the head men’s soccer coach to develop a comprehensive soccer recruiting plan. Establish a working list of top recruits in addition to a position-specific list. Set and plan for the accomplishment of overall soccer and specific position goals for first-year and transfer soccer players. Train, assign and evaluate the recruiting work with coaching staff. Serve as a liaison to the admission office, developing appropriate budgets, marketing and personnel for soccer recruiting projects and programs. Maintain active communication with the admission staff and through phone, in-person and electronic means. Call, text, e-mail, and write prospects and coaches; record all recruiting action. Knowledge and use of the College-funded recruiting service is expected.
Hold primary responsibility for coordinating on campus visits, programs, student and parent communication. Attend high school and club soccer games during the season, visit high schools to meet with recruits, call and write players and record recruiting action. Assign coaches within the program a list of schools to visit based on priority high school and club programs. Require a comprehensive list of school visits to ensure that the program is well represented and known across the state and the region.
Organize and participate in all on-campus recruiting activities including all admissions Visit Days. Organize official and unofficial campus and overnight visits.
Serve as the primary coach responsible for all reserve practices and games for the soccer program.
Coach a particular soccer specialty, organize standard practices, and develop individual players in those positions.
Develop game day preparations, in conjunction with the entire coaching staff, by analyzing film, designing strategies, communicating with players in the specialty area and writing reports. Execute game day preparation; analyze game performance primarily in the specialty area with players in designated positions.
Monitor the academic progress of all the players on the team, including coordinating and monitoring study tables, as well as working in connection with the coaching staff, compliance officer, the director of student-athlete academic support program, the assistant/associate athletic director and the athletic director.
Spearhead all team travel logistics to away games including ground and air transportation, meals, and lodging.
Act as the immediate supervisor for graduate assistant and/or team manager(s). Develop job descriptions, train, evaluate and supervise the team manager(s).
Assist with the direction of all game day activities. Develop and maintain film exchange with opponents in compliance with conference rules and regulations. Contact visiting teams, call game day officials, deliver checks for the officials and other functions as they relate to the day of competition.
Organize and maintain a complete inventory of men’s soccer gear and hardware.
Assist the Director of Athletics and the Athletic Events and Facilities Manager with select departmental athletic event management.
Develop and organize promotional activities for the men’s soccer program including newsletters for men’s soccer booster club, Faculty Mentor Program, Parent’s Day and Alumni Day activities, Senior Day activities, fundraisers during the academic year, summer camps, and other marketing and promotional activities.
Develop and implement an on-going professional development plan as it relates to soccer in general, recruiting and the soccer specialty area.
A secondary administrative duty will be assigned by the athletic department administration.
OTHER
KEY
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the College’s mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of coaching and teaching theories. Advanced knowledge of coaching and teaching of specific soccer skills and techniques.
Knowledge of institutional,
CCIW
,
NCAA
and compliance rules and policies.
Ability to attend all athletic practices and events. Travel is required.
Ability to relate well to, serve as a role model for and advise a wide variety of students.
Skill in communicating with college student-athletes, their parents, coaching professionals and community members. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate in the English language, both orally and in writing, in a manner consistent with professional standards, including direction of and participation in the development of high-quality publications which reflect positively on North Central College.
Ability to effectively recruit qualified student-athletes. Ability to effectively counsel and advise prospective first-year and transfer students and their parents regarding numerous aspects of the College. Ability to exercise the proper balance of persistence and patience as individually appropriate to each contact.
Ability to organize a community activity, which positively reflects on North Central College.
Strong commitment to a college environment. Extensive knowledge of the organization and operation of the College, both administratively and academically, especially regarding admission-related activities. Ability to quickly grasp knowledge of the College organization and operation, including community resources.
Ability to deal with several tasks and work with a large number of individuals concurrently, generally without direct supervision. This requires a person who is well organized, detail oriented, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize tasks.
Ability to supervise support and student staff, writing job descriptions, setting expectations, evaluating, and directing day-to-day work.
Ability to work as an effective member of a team. Ability to manage events on a cooperative and high-quality way. Commitment to an environment that nurtures cooperation and diversity.
Knowledge of risk management and safety as it relates to soccer.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The assistant soccer coach must be able to effectively coach, recruit, travel, operate within fiscal boundaries, develop and maintain relationships with student athletes, parents, fans, and campus faculty/staff. The assistant soccer coach must also be able to creatively and effectively develop strategies and programming that will allow student athletes to reach their full potential in soccer and as students.
Education/Training
Bachelor’s degree is required.
Experience
Successful record of coaching, playing, and/or recruiting at the collegiate level is preferred.
Licenses or Certifications
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
Is This a Temporary Position?
No
Employment Conditions
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process.
Number of Vacancies
1
Posting Detail Information
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