Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer

About the position

The Assistant Coach for Men's Soccer is responsible for supporting the head coach in various aspects of team management and development. This includes conducting practices, motivating student-athletes, and instructing them in game strategies and techniques. The role is part-time and contracted for the 2024-25 fiscal year, with compensation set at $4,800 annually, prorated based on the hire date. The application process is open until the position is filled, and candidates are encouraged to apply online.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach with overall team management, including recruitment of student athletes, coordination of team practices, monitoring academic progress of athletes, and preparing the team for competition.
• Represent SC4 in a professional/positive manner on campus, in the community, and at sponsored events/contests.
• Assist the head coach with budgetary oversight, through the Director of Athletics, to comply with Business Office requirements for documentation and control, as well as sound accounting practices.
• Responsible for behavior and well-being of student-athletes while on school-sponsored trips.
• Work collaboratively with the head coach to maintain compliance with NJCAA by-laws and eligibility rules.
• Act as a promotional agent for the college and team, in collaboration with the Director of Athletics, to get local, state, and national recognition.
• Assist the head coach with tracking academic progress and retention of student-athletes.
• Attend meetings as required by the Director of Athletics and/or the Senior Vice President.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a related field and/or extensive successful coaching or playing experience at a high school varsity level or higher required.
• Experience with budget oversight and student activities.
• Willingness to work with students in a service capacity.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team member with the college community, including students, staff, faculty, administration, and other Athletic Teams on campus.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.