Head Men's Soccer Coach

Penn State University • Lower Swatara Township, PA

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About The Position

Penn State Harrisburg Athletics is seeking candidates for the position of Head Men's Soccer Coach. This position reports to the Director of Athletics and is responsible for the oversight and operation of the NCAA Division III varsity intercollegiate men’s soccer program, including all aspects of coaching, recruiting, budgeting, scheduling and managing the intercollegiate program within the policies, and principles of Penn State University and the NCAA. The Coach will be responsible for: Compliance with University policies, state laws, including those pertaining to required clearances, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. Oversight of the activities of assistant coaches, staff, boosters, and student athletes to verify compliance, with a mandate to self-report violations. Identifying, evaluating, recruiting, and retaining prospective student athletes. Coordinating practice planning, skill development and designing coaching strategies. Providing support for the coordination and execution of the athletic programs. Assisting with the supervision and training of athletic programming staff; developing employee manuals and implementing training programs and/or internships. Assisting with the implementation of marketing and advertising plans for programs; presenting materials for camps, clinics, public speaking, and/or special events. Adhering to general and program-specific safety policies, including the communication and enforcement of safety practices; maintaining certifications. Suggesting items for purchase in support of athletic programming. Ensuring proper use of sports-related equipment and report issues; assisting with equipment inventory and maintenance. Adhering to and supporting work unit’s strategic plan and adhere to established programming budget within University guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Differs per sport
• Required Certifications: None
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
• This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Compliance with University policies, state laws, including those pertaining to required clearances, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Oversight of the activities of assistant coaches, staff, boosters, and student athletes to verify compliance, with a mandate to self-report violations.
• Identifying, evaluating, recruiting, and retaining prospective student athletes.
• Coordinating practice planning, skill development and designing coaching strategies.
• Providing support for the coordination and execution of the athletic programs.
• Assisting with the supervision and training of athletic programming staff; developing employee manuals and implementing training programs and/or internships.
• Assisting with the implementation of marketing and advertising plans for programs; presenting materials for camps, clinics, public speaking, and/or special events.
• Adhering to general and program-specific safety policies, including the communication and enforcement of safety practices; maintaining certifications.
• Suggesting items for purchase in support of athletic programming.
• Ensuring proper use of sports-related equipment and report issues; assisting with equipment inventory and maintenance.
• Adhering to and supporting work unit’s strategic plan and adhere to established programming budget within University guidelines.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees