Assistant Men''s Soccer Coach

Assistant Men''s Soccer Coach

Hendrix College is seeking a full-time, 10-month Assistant Men''s Soccer Coach. Reporting to the Head Men''s Soccer Coach, this position is responsible for assisting the head coach in all facets of the soccer program including, but not limited to, the areas listed below. The primary emphasis for this position is the recruitment and retention of qualified student-athletes, and assist in the administration of a competitive NCAA Division III soccer program.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the head coach in all aspects of daily operations of the program including, but not limited to:

• Practice preparation
• Facility scheduling
• Game preparation
• Video Coordinator scouting reports (if applicable)
• Strength and Conditioning Coach (if applicable)
• Design the team weightlifting workouts
• Supervise all weight training session - including proper technique and safety protocols
• Develop speed and agility workouts to be used in conjunction with weight training sessions
• On the field coaching for both practices and games
• On and off campus recruiting
• Pregame setup for home games
• Assist with organizing team travel hotel, bus transportation and arrangements for meals
• Assist with compliance of all NCAA, SAA, and Hendrix College rules and regulations and responsibilities
• Manage social media accounts (if applicable)
• Game administrator for assigned home games
• Monitor study hall
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or the Director of Athletics

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Bachelors degree required; Masters preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Preference will be given to the candidate who has playing and coaching experience at the intercollegiate level in soccer, who can demonstrate a proven ability to recruit quality student-athletes who fit the academic profile of the current student body.

The candidate must demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills and must be able to work effectively with faculty and staff, as well as other members of the College community.

The successful applicant will be able to successfully articulate the values of a liberal arts education along with the role intercollegiate athletics plays in the development of student athletes.

SKILLS:

Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; analytical, a problem solver, willing to learn and be adaptable; self-starter and can work independently or as a member of a team; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Consideration of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications should include a letter of application and a resume with contact information for three professional references. The 10-month salary for this administrative staff position is $30,096. Applications can be submitted at www.hendrix.edu/jobs. Questions about this position can be submitted to hr@hendrix.edu.

Hendrix College strives to maintain an environment free from discrimination and harassment, where members of the Hendrix Community treat each other with respect, dignity and courtesy. The College adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or national origin.