Head Mens Soccer Coach

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Position Title:

Head Mens Soccer Coach

Job Description:

The Head Coach is responsible for the development and maintenance of an effective and competitive NCAA Division I men's soccer program. The recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes in this program will be integral to this position. The Head Coach is responsible for all aspects that relate to the Men’s Soccer program to include the ongoing development of the student-athletes. The Head Coach will also be expected to demonstrate the ability to promote the physical, intellectual, and social growth of student-athletes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand and comply with all rules and guidelines set forth by the NCAA, the MAAC, and Mount St. Mary’s.
• Provide a framework for student-athletes to perform their potential by teaching and developing skill levels and game strategies for all team members during training sessions in preparation for their use during intercollegiate competition
• Teach and set expectations of appropriate team conduct during competition, travel, practice and University events, and at any other times when the team is representing the University.
• Develop teams which are competitive within the conference, region and nationally by maximizing the student-athletes’ talents while also teaching and promoting teamwork.
• Provide guidance to student-athletes through teaching life skills and social responsibility in order to improve their physical, intellectual and social maturity.
• Create an environment through instruction and modeling for student-athletes to observe and learn integrity, camaraderie, and respect in order to provide a positive environment for all student-athletes.
• Serve as a resource to student-athletes navigating the balance of academic and athletic demands appropriately.

Position Title:

Head Mens Soccer Coach

Job Description:

The Head Coach is responsible for the development and maintenance of an effective and competitive NCAA Division I men's soccer program. The recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes in this program will be integral to this position. The Head Coach is responsible for all aspects that relate to the Men’s Soccer program to include the ongoing development of the student-athletes. The Head Coach will also be expected to demonstrate the ability to promote the physical, intellectual, and social growth of student-athletes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understand and comply with all rules and guidelines set forth by the NCAA, the MAAC, and Mount St. Mary’s.
• Provide a framework for student-athletes to perform their potential by teaching and developing skill levels and game strategies for all team members during training sessions in preparation for their use during intercollegiate competition
• Teach and set expectations of appropriate team conduct during competition, travel, practice and University events, and at any other times when the team is representing the University.
• Develop teams which are competitive within the conference, region and nationally by maximizing the student-athletes’ talents while also teaching and promoting teamwork.
• Provide guidance to student-athletes through teaching life skills and social responsibility in order to improve their physical, intellectual and social maturity.
• Create an environment through instruction and modeling for student-athletes to observe and learn integrity, camaraderie, and respect in order to provide a positive environment for all student-athletes.
• Serve as a resource to student-athletes navigating the balance of academic and athletic demands appropriately.
• Foster University and community interest in the program.
• Articulate and contribute to the goals of the University and Department.
• Provide support directly to student-athletes and create a network of support within the team and through the usage of other campus support entities.
• Plan, organize and manage all in-season and out-or-season practices and competitions.
• Select, supervise, teach, and evaluate all assistant coach staff including one full-time assistant and one graduate assistant.
• Organize and administer team fundraising and alumni activities, camp/clinic programs, as well as participating in departmental and University fundraising activities.
• Possess the willingness and able to support and advance the University mission.
• Organize and conduct sports camps or clinics in this sport where possible.

Job Requirements: Education, Experience and Skills:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree(required)
• Master’s degree (preferred)
• Expertise in the sport having a minimum of 5 years of progressive coaching experience on the intercollegiate level.
• Knowledge of and compliance with the NCAA Division I mission and philosophies.
• Budgeting background
• Successful recruiting and student retention experience

Human Relations Skills:

• Excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills, whether dealing with individuals or groups and an ability to work well with different constituents.
• Ability to effectively analyze and teach the fundamental skills and strategies of the sport.
• Ability to successfully motivate all associated with the team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude towards the University and its intercollegiate programs is essential.

Salary/Benefits

This is a full-time position with full benefits and annual, holiday and sick leave. The university offers a generous benefits package, including tuition remission for graduate and undergraduate classes at Mount St. Mary’s University, retirement program with a match as well as a generous paid time off schedule. Competitive salary commensurate to experience.

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

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