Assistant Women's Soccer Coach

ASSISTANT WOMEN"S SOCCER COACH

Job Description

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Head Coach, Dean of Athletics

POSITIONS REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: YES

• Student Workers

PURPOSE;

• This position, under the direction of the Head Coach, independently performs and is responsible for (1) assisting the Head Coach in the coordination of a safe, enthusiastic, growing sports program, (2) the recruitment, supervision, and coaching of NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) athletes, under the guidelines of the college, KCAC (Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference) and NAIA policies and procedures, and (3) working with all staff to provide a quality program and encourage student athletes in both athletic excellence and good sportsmanship.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in the administration of all phases of a NAIA sports program including recruiting qualified student athletes.

• Assists in formulating the team’s competitive schedule.

• Assist in organizing and training athletes for successful and safe competition.

• Keep abreast of current trends and methods by participating in clinics, workshops, etc. that contribute to professional development and self-improvement.

• Adhere to college, KCAC and NAIA policies and procedures.

• Foster cooperative working relationships with immediate supervisor as well as any staff or team members associated with the program.

• Cooperate with other coaches in providing the optimum sports program possible under existing conditions.

• Assist in preparing timely and accurate documents i.e. travel expense statements, itineraries, etc.

• Take the initiative to provide new ideas and concepts to improve the efficiency and productivity of the staff.

• Support the athletic department’s goals and philosophies.

• Assist in monitoring and supporting the academic success of student athletes.

• Assist in planning and conducting pre- and post-season conditioning and training programs.

• Help prepare and manage records for the team.

• Assist in arranging team travel and meals.

• Assist in overseeing the safety conditions of the facility or area in which the sport is conducted at all times.

• Assist in coordinating visits by recruits and their families.

• Assist in general upkeep and protection of equipment under the jurisdiction of the program.

• Carry out other related administrative duties as directed by the Head Coach

• Participate in team meetings, providing input and suggestions.  

• Assist in providing continual evaluation of processes and procedures. Responsible for suggesting methods to improve area operations, efficiency and service to both internal and external customers.