Assistant Men's and Women's Soccer Coach / Kinesiology Lecturer - 21849

EXPIRED

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Whitewater, WI

Posted Date: May 23, 2025

Expired Date: Jun 29, 2025

Posted Date: May 23, 2025

Expired Date: Jun 29, 2025

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QUALIFICATION

Salary Expectation
$50,000/yr
Years of Experience
Not provided
Work Type
Full-time

ABOUT PROGRAM

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Athletics, Athletics Wikipedia Page

Conference

Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (DIII)

About the Job

Job Description

ATTENTION:

The Departments of Intercollegiate Athletics and Kinesiology are seeking an Assistant Men's and Women's Soccer Coach (Assistant Coach, CC003) and a Lecturer (TL020). This position will be split as 48% Assistant Coach and 52% as a Lecturer in Kinesiology. The Assistant Coach portion of the position will be a 12-month position, the Lecturer portion of the position will be a 9-month position.

This position reports to the Head Coach and the Kinesiology Department Chair. The selected candidate will maintain a good working relationship with the Head Coach, Athletic Director, Kinesiology Department Chair, Athletics Trainers, Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, Athletics Department Support Staff and other Department and University Staff.

This will be a full-time Limited Appointment serving at the pleasure of the Chancellor. To learn more about this type of appointment please see the UW System Administrative Policy 1251: Appointment Terms & Designation of Positions and the Personnel Rules.

The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2025 for the Assistant Coaching portion and August 25, 2025 for the Lecturer portion.

JOB DETAILS:

ATTENTION:

The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2025 for the Assistant Coaching portion and August 25, 2025 for the Lecturer portion.

JOB DETAILS:

Under direction from the Head Coaches, the Assistant Coach is responsible for overseeing specific aspects of the sports program including, but not limited to, scheduling, planning and execution of practice and games, opponent scouts / film breakdown, on- and off-campus recruiting, fundraising events, marketing and overseeing Overnight and ID Camps, maintaining compliance, organizing team travel, and various administrative duties.

The selected candidate must be attentive to detail; keep accurate records; and possess an ability to work with a diverse constituency, including but not limited to students, parents, coaches, faculty, staff, administrators, prospective students, and other outside contacts.

This position represents and promotes professional conduct, university goodwill and high standards at all events and matches and may assist in coaching at competitive events.

The Assistant Coach assumes head coach responsibilities, as needed. The Assistant Coach reports directly to the Head Coaches for both Men's and Women's Soccer.

A criminal background check and driving record check will be conducted for qualified candidates.

Violation of University, NCAA or Conference rules on the part of Athletic Department personnel may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

The work schedule often includes days, nights, weekdays, weekends, holidays, and travel.

The Assistant Coach will teach undergraduate courses supporting the Physical Education Teacher Education program, the Athletic Coaching Education minor, and/or the Human Performance major. The Assistant Coach may supervise student field study and/or student teaching placements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with athletic participants, staff, and parents of student athletes
Current knowledge of applicable rules and standards of the affiliated athletic conference, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) as well as other associations and agencies to which the campus adheres, and at all times avoid any and all violations of these rules and standards
Knowledge in the sport of soccer, as well as basic technical expertise in coaching principles
Leadership skills to mentor and develop student-athletes, assistant coaching or program instruction staff and skills in effective assistant coaching
Proven ability to teach soccer to individuals and the team as a whole, personal experience with soccer
Superior organizational skills required in order to set priorities and meet deadlines
Strong communication skills, verbal / written / social media vital to dealing with our players and staff, as well as within the larger department, with alumni, and recruits and their families
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making and be an effective problem solver

Preferred Qualifications:

Applied knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and basic computer skills
Working knowledge of Hudl and Recruitment Software
Goalkeeper Training Experience
Experience teaching college level coursework
Experience teaching Physical Education or Health Education in a K-12 Setting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and drills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coaching

Under the guidance of the Head Coaches, analyzes performance and instructs participants in program strategies and techniques to prepare them for competition
Observes players while they perform to determine the need for individual or team improvement and participates in student athlete performance
Assists in practice sessions and games
Film breakdown for scouting and player development purposes
Assists in the recruitment of prospective athletes within the framework of the university, department, conference and current D3 bylaws and manual
Participates in on and off campus recruiting and managing recruiting documentation
Travels for recruiting purposes by driving university vehicles and/or personal vehicle with proof of insurance
Maintaining player and team compliance in collaboration with our compliance department and athletic training staff
Planning team travel including buses, meals, hotels, community service, and additional team activities
Various administrative duties to maintain an efficient and compliant workplace
Participates in and organizes fundraising activities for the program and department including camps and clinics
Additional duties as assigned

Kinesiology Lecturer

Teach coaching, physical education and/or human performance courses as assigned
Work with the kinesiology faculty on course development and design
Attend Department and Committee Meetings
Engage in Professional Development and Service Activities
Maintain regular weekly office hours

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university's 11,500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs - online and in person - from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university's arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities - a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin's Park Place.

Belonging and mattering are central to the university's culture, and UW-Whitewater strives to maintain an environment where individual and collective efforts are valued and celebrated. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary of $50,000.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.

SPECIAL NOTES:

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:

Applications received by June 8, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hr@uww.edu.

For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Kayla Savage
Athletic Programs Operations Manager
262-472-4661
DeRosiaKR11@uww.edu