Head Men's Soccer Coach

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the position of Head Men's Soccer Coach. This position reports directly to the Director of Athletics and is located in River Forest, IL.

The Head Men's Soccer Coach is responsible for planning and directing the men's soccer program, which includes recruitment of scholar athletes, practice and game management, overseeing assistant coaches, scheduling, budgeting, and promotion of the sport at CUC. The men's soccer program should incorporate the Concordia University's mission and foster a Christian concern for the athlete's academic, athletic, social, and spiritual development.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Instructs, coaches, and develops student athletes while fostering an environment that is consistent with the values of the university
• Recruits student-athletes that contribute to the realization of the men's soccer program objectives academically, athletically, and spiritually
• Manages the annual competitive practice and game/event schedule, arranging facility reservations and travel details for the program
• Oversees individual workout plans for each athlete to maximize skill development and potential
• Oversees program inventory, purchasing, storage, and maintenance of the equipment and uniforms
• Ensures all insurance forms, athletic eligibility certificates, and end of season forms are filed in a timely manner with the Athletic Office
• Oversees summer camps, clinics, and other activities that support the program
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS).

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the position of Head Men's Soccer Coach. This position reports directly to the Director of Athletics and is located in River Forest, IL.

The Head Men's Soccer Coach is responsible for planning and directing the men's soccer program, which includes recruitment of scholar athletes, practice and game management, overseeing assistant coaches, scheduling, budgeting, and promotion of the sport at CUC. The men's soccer program should incorporate the Concordia University's mission and foster a Christian concern for the athlete's academic, athletic, social, and spiritual development.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Instructs, coaches, and develops student athletes while fostering an environment that is consistent with the values of the university
• Recruits student-athletes that contribute to the realization of the men's soccer program objectives academically, athletically, and spiritually
• Manages the annual competitive practice and game/event schedule, arranging facility reservations and travel details for the program
• Oversees individual workout plans for each athlete to maximize skill development and potential
• Oversees program inventory, purchasing, storage, and maintenance of the equipment and uniforms
• Ensures all insurance forms, athletic eligibility certificates, and end of season forms are filed in a timely manner with the Athletic Office
• Oversees summer camps, clinics, and other activities that support the program
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS).

Skill Sets:

• Maintains an understanding of the game and game strategy
• Exhibits teamwork with other academic, student life, and administrative divisions of the University
• Displays effective, professional, accurate, and timely communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Exhibits a service mentality and behaves as a role model for the university
• Improves work performance and that of others by being receptive to and appropriately sharing information
• A commitment to continued professional growth and a commitment to the mission and values of a church-related liberal arts college is expected

Minimum Experience Required:

3 years of coaching experience required

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting range is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability and Survivor Plan (Basic Life Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include a cover letter, resume and references with their online application.

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities–Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at CUChicago.edu.

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.

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