Head Women's Soccer Coach

Position Summary:

• The head coach is responsible for all aspects of the women’s soccer program, including (but not limited to) practice and game preparation, recruiting and retention of student-athletes, hiring and supervision of assistant coaches, budget management, fund-raising, scheduling, public relations, community service and strict adherence to all NJCAA and College rules. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Directs the planning, organizing scheduling, and coaching of the women’s soccer program. 
• Provides leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes. 
• Directs and coordinates the activities of the women’s soccer staff to include the planning, organizing, and coaching of the team; ensures compliance with College, Conference, and NJCAA policies. 
• Directs the staff in the preparation of analysis of opponent teams; analyzes game statistics and tactical data of opponents. 
• Counsels team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters; consults College administration and faculty for resolution of problems as required. 
• Determines fiscal requirements and prepares budgetary recommendations; monitors verifies, and reconciles expenditures of budgeted funds.
• Directs various personnel functions including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, transfers, and vacation schedules.
• Studies, evaluates, and implements innovations in soccer strategy and equipment.
• Develops, coordinates, and publicizes camp programs, and fundraising activities. 
• Works effectively with students and challenges students appropriately with an acceptable level of civility and discourse.
• Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure student performance in achieving course goals and objectives.  Collects, reports, and maintains assessment documentation.
• Represent the Athletic Department in professional, civic, charity, and alumni events.
• Supports the mission and strategic priorities of the program, division, and College.  Actively participates in community organizations, service groups, or events sponsored by the campus for the community.
• The position will include frequent evenings, nights, and weekends
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Program Area Responsibilities (as applicable):

• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.

Education and/or Work Experience:

• Head Coaching experience at either the collegiate or high school level is required.
• Associate’s Degree required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Two years work experience in coaching in higher education preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate one-on-one and in small groups
• Ability to develop and complete projects and tasks without continued direct supervision.
• Proficient in word-processing and presentation software, internet, and e-mail.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student and community population.
• Effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work a combination of days/evening/weekend schedules
• Proven record of integrity and leadership.
• Willingness to advance the goals of the Athletics Department, including fundraising.
• A commitment to the academic success and graduation of student-athletes.
• Knowledge of international/nationwide/statewide recruiting is preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations (as applicable):

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess current CPR and AED certifications.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.