Graduate Assistant Women's Soccer Coach

Ohio Christian University•Circleville, OH

About The Position

The Graduate Assistant Women's Soccer Coach will report to the Head Women's Soccer Coach and Athletic Director and will help oversee all aspects of operating a successful Intercollegiate Women's Soccer program. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Any one position may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions within this classification) Student-Athlete Skill Instruction: Assist the Head Coach to teach all basic and advanced skills required in the sport of Soccer during individual skill sessions, team practices, as well as the strength and conditioning sessions. Assist the Head Coach to develop and implement sound and safe practice plans for both individual skill sessions and team practices that successfully prepare the student-athletes with the fundamentals in the sport of Soccer, as well as the strength and conditioning sessions. Team and Game Preparation: Assist the Head Coach to develop a comprehensive and strategic game plan for each scheduled contest throughout the season. This includes, but is not limited to, the evaluation of upcoming opponents, preparing a scouting report for the student-athletes and making adjustments to the game plan during the contests. Administrative Responsibilities: Assist the Head Coach to organize and coordinate a wide variety of administrative tasks which include, but not limited to; team travel, meet scheduling, budget preparation, office administration, academics (retention, graduation, GPA's, academic coaching, study tables), compliance, facility usage, public relations, marketing, style guide, fundraising, community engagement, fall-winter-spring summer camps and other daily operations for operating a successful intercollegiate Soccer program. NCCAA Rules Compliance: Be responsible for knowledge of, and adherence to all NCCAA rules and regulations pertaining to but not limited to recruiting, eligibility, and general operation of the program.

Requirements

According to Ohio Christian University employment policy, all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the OCU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Bachelor's Degree required and Accepted to OCU Masters Program
2-4 years of playing/coaching soccer
Successfully be able to pass all NCCAA and University requirements for employment
Strong public speaking skills that connect with 18-22-year old athletes
Strong administrative and organizational skills
Strong communication skills both verbal and written
Ability to successfully help recruit a full roster each season with mission fit student athletes

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach to teach all basic and advanced skills required in the sport of Soccer during individual skill sessions, team practices, as well as the strength and conditioning sessions.
Assist the Head Coach to develop and implement sound and safe practice plans for both individual skill sessions and team practices that successfully prepare the student-athletes with the fundamentals in the sport of Soccer, as well as the strength and conditioning sessions.
Assist the Head Coach to develop a comprehensive and strategic game plan for each scheduled contest throughout the season.
Assist the Head Coach to organize and coordinate a wide variety of administrative tasks
Be responsible for knowledge of, and adherence to all NCCAA rules and regulations pertaining to but not limited to recruiting, eligibility, and general operation of the program.