Volunteer Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach

Description of Job

This position reports directly to the Head Coach, under the direction of the Director of Athletics. The position is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in the design, supervision and implementation of a high-level men’s soccer program that uses current training techniques to maximize player & program efficiency. This person must be current on NCAA DIII rules and be able to complete the rules certification process prior to initiating in recruitment of prospective student athletes for the program. This position will be active in supporting the College’s Mission and Vision, and will strictly adhere to NCAA, Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference and Institutional rules.

Responsibilities

Provide superior instruction, evaluation and performance feedback to all players
Assist the Head Coach in delivering in person preseason and post season player evaluations
Assist the Head Coach in organizing and producing effective and efficient practice plans
Collect, analyze and interpret tactical and statistical data to help produce scouting reports
Model and foster appropriate sportsmanship, competitiveness, and humility
Assist the technical coordinator with setup, organization & execution of technology during practice, film sessions & match play.
Maintain a current working knowledge of NCAA and conference regulations, and assist in the adherence to them.

Job Qualifications

Necessary Education or Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
Minimum 1-3 years demonstrated experience in a competitive high school or club coaching program required; Prior collegiate coaching experience preferred (and/or a combination of coaching & competitive playing experience).
Possess a general understanding of the recruiting rules & process within the NCAA DIII

Required Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated ability to work well & relate to student athletes
Must possess adequate technical & tactical soccer knowledge
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and time management skills
Commitment and Understanding of and ability to support the Edgewood College Mission and Values
Required to complete a background and DMV check satisfactory to Edgewood College prior to employment

Required Technical Skills

Proficient with MS Office 365 platform

Other Qualifications

Edgewood College, a Catholic college sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to academic excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. Candidates must demonstrate multicultural competence - the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women and racial and ethnic minorities are especially encouraged to apply. The selected candidate must actively support the mission of the College by working with faculty, staff and students to share in our core values - truth, compassion, justice, partnership, and community.

To apply: Send a cover letter, resume, and references to:

Edgewood College

Human Resources –VAMS

1000 Edgewood College Drive

Madison, WI 53711

E-mail: humanresources@edgewood.edu

Equal Opportunity Employer