UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS - HOUSTON DEPARTMENT ATHLETICS HEAD COACH - WOMENS SOCCER
Purpose of the job
This is a 12-month position responsible for all aspects of the Womens Soccer program, including the administration of day-to-day aspects of a National Collegiate Athletic Association NCAA Division III soccer program. This includes a commitment to the student-athletes academic progress and degree completion. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to build mold and cultivate a winning Womens Soccer program at the University of St. Thomas that provides a positive environment for its student-athletes to succeed spiritually, socially, academically, and in competition. The program will be a part of the NCAA and will function as a member of the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference SCAC. The candidate will be instrumental in determining the foundation and direction of the program.
Reporting lines
The Head Womens Soccer Coach will report to the Director of Athletics for all matters related to the Womens Soccer program and will work closely with Admissions faculty, administration, and staff to help advance UST athletics.
Essential duties and responsibilities
Student development theory is used to create a plan and implement educational, social, physical, and cultural programming designed to enhance the overall experience and achievement of both undergraduate and graduate students. These means are accomplished through the following specific duties:
• Manage day-to-day activities of an NCAA DIII soccer program. • Stay updated and compliant with all NCAA Division III rules and regulations. • Recruitment of student-athletes in compliance with UNIVERSITY and NCAA DIII policies & procedures. • Practice and Match preparation. • Scheduling and travel arrangements. • Budget preparation & management. • Establish and maintain relationships with regional and national coaching organizations and associations. • Coordinate with the Recreational Sports Office and off-campus facilities for the scheduling of practices and other team events on and off campus. • Collaborate with University Advancement relating to fundraising initiatives. • Work with the Faculty Athletics Representative. • Coordinate with other offices on campus including Admissions, Financial Aid, and the Registrar. • Participate actively in campus events and on university committees to support the University community and provide a leadership presence. • Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Administration. • Serve as event day administrator as assigned. • Design market and manage summer youth camps and clinics. • Serve as facility monitor for the safety and well-being of participants in athletic activities.
Supervisory responsibilities
The Head Womens Soccer Coach position may also supervise a volunteer assistant, a student assistant, and a team manager. In consultation with the Director of Athletics, this position is responsible for overseeing all the following:
• Delegation of work • Performance appraisals • Discipline issues • The hiring and termination process
Fiscal responsibilities
The Head Womens Soccer Coach is responsible for assisting the Director of Athletics with the departmental budget expenditures for the Womens Soccer program.
Knowledge and skills required
A Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology, Sport Management, or a related field is preferred, with a minimum of three years of coaching experience preferably in a college or university setting. A Masters Degree is desired. The successful candidate must also have excellent verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills. Basic computer skills should include word processing and spreadsheets.
Working conditions
Position requires irregular office hours, including after-hours and weekend work to attend competitions, practices, and university events. Office hours will be established in consultation with the Director of Athletics. Physical requirements are those of a normal office. This is a full-time benefit-eligible exempt position.
The University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer