Assistant Women's Soccer Coach

The University of Akron•Akron, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides assistance in acquiring soccer equipment and ensuring departmental compliance with NCAA guidelines. The role supports coaching efforts during competitive soccer matches, attends practices and workouts to assist with the training and preparation of student athletes for competition, and supports public relations initiatives of the department while maintaining positive relationships with alumni, students, and parents. The role also encourages community involvement and promotes University pride.

Requirements

Relevant Bachelor's Degree.
Minimum of 1 year coaching and/or playing experience at the collegiate level.
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
Solid understanding of player development.
Recognition of talent.
Excellent communication, comprehensive writing and organizational skills.
Strong computer skills to include word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Computer skills including word processing, database, spreadsheets and presentation software.

Responsibilities

Work with numerous departments within athletics to help promote and support our student-athletes.
Provide assistance in acquiring soccer equipment and ensuring departmental compliance with NCAA guidelines.
Support the coaching efforts during competitive soccer matches.
Attend practices and workouts to assist with the training and preparation of student athletes for competition.
Support the public relations initiatives of the department while maintaining positive relationships with alumni, students, and parents.
Encourage community involvement and promote University pride.