Head Coach for Men’s Soccer – Recruitment and Special Events Support

The Head Coach for Men’s Soccer/Recruitment and Special Events Support performs all of the duties associated with being the Head Coach including managing games and practices, recruitment, fundraising, retention, budget management, supervision and mentoring of student-athletes, scheduling, etc.

EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages practice and game preparation with an emphasis on strategy and skill development; organizes, plans, schedules, and conducts safe training, practices, and conditioning activities.
• Assesses skills, instructs student-athletes on technique, and oversees team performance.
• Maintains and enhances expertise and game strategies.
• Fosters an academic and athletic experience which aligns with the ideals of the NCAA Division III philosophy.
• Embraces and models the NCAA Division III philosophy which emphasizes a balance of academics and athletics.
• Creates a diverse and inclusive team environment that leads to student-athletes meeting their full potential.
• Provides mentorship to student-athletes and provides opportunities for student-athletes to receive and provide feedback.
• Devises recruiting plans, implements recruiting strategies, and identifies, evaluates, and actively recruits student-athletes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Knowledge, understanding, and ability to apply and instruct sport-specific skills, techniques, and strategies.
• Maintains a steady and professional demeanor with demonstrated commitment to customer service.
• Understanding of technology including video breakdown, recruiting software, etc.
• Ability to recruit, retain quality student-athletes.
• Ability to fundraise and cultivate alumni base.
• Demonstrated commitment to the academic success of student-athletes.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication and excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Responsive and timely in communication to supervisor, support staff, and all general inquiries.