Head Coach, Men's Club Soccer

Position Department: Campus Recreation Position Type: Staff Part-Time

Overview: This role includes collaboration with Campus Recreation administrators to plan home events, away contests, and ensure compliance with RMU Club Sports policies. Candidates must have demonstrated experience in coaching or playing at the high school or collegiate level, as well as a strong understanding of player development, team management, and athlete recruitment. Familiarity with the college athletic recruitment process, including player evaluation and outreach, is essential. This position requires availability for all scheduled practices and competitions, including nights and weekends, and may involve occasional travel to off-campus games. Strong organizational and communication skills, a commitment to student-athlete welfare and academic success, and adherence to University regulations are critical.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the growth and development of a successful competitive club soccer program, including the training and development of high-quality student-athletes, as well as demonstrating athletic excellence.
• Serve as a mentor and leader to student-athletes and team staff, modeling responsible and ethical behavior.
• Cultivate a positive, inclusive team environment that emphasizes goal setting, cooperation, sportsmanship, and a strong sense of team identity.
• Leads prospect recruitment efforts, team selection, and game rosters.
• Works with Campus Recreation leadership staff & student leaders to organize all home events and manage travel for away contests.
• Work closely with Campus Recreation administrators in monitoring the programs operating and recruiting budget.
• Responsible for developing game plans, scouting opponents, and making tactical decisions during games.
• Work closely with the Club Sports office to complete required compliance paperwork.
• Schedules and conducts weekly team practices and training sessions at the University Fitness & Recreation Center.
• Manages and leads program support staff, including but not limited to assistant coaches, team managers, e-board members, etc.
• Manages student-athlete eligibility, including academic standards and RMU Club Sports requirements. Implements disciplinary actions as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED is required; a college degree is preferred.
• Prior coaching or playing experience at the high school or collegiate level is required.
• Availability to attend all scheduled practices and competitions, including weekend travel, is required.
• Familiarity with the recruitment process for college athletes, including player evaluation and outreach.
• Commitment to student-athlete welfare and academic success.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to league and university rules.

Exemption Status: Exempt

Act 153 Clearance Required: Yes

Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University): Yes

Required to Pass a Credit Check: Yes

Additional Posting Information: None

Special Applicant Instructions: None

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