Head Women's Soccer Coach

Augsburg University • Minneapolis, MN

4d • $57,000 - $63,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Women’s Soccer Head Coach is responsible for planning and administration of the Women’s Soccer program. The head coach provides vision, leadership and oversight for current student-athletes, prospective student-athletes, alumni, parents and supporters of the program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least three (3) years of coaching and recruiting experience required, preferably at the college level.
• Knowledge and adherence to the MIAC Code of Ethics and ability to follow MIAC and NCAA Division III guidelines and regulations, while exhibiting behavior that represents a positive image of the athletic program and the University.
• Proven integrity and leadership skills
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to build and strengthen cross-campus relationships
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to be attentive to details, be accurate, be precise.
• Ability to lead/teach and mentor others.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment; and work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to reason/analyze; maintain confidentiality; and demonstrate patience, understanding.
• Ability to show initiative; organize workflow; manage one or more projects; and handle frequent interruptions.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• At least two (2) years of full-time head coaching experience, preferably at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and development in sport-specific skills, team concepts, physical conditioning, and safety for student-athletes in both individual and team settings.
• Identify talented and academically qualified prospective student-athletes aligned with institutional mission.
• Foster the holistic development of student-athletes through guidance in personal growth, academic success, and life skills.
• Demonstrate competitive progress consistent with program and institutional goals.
• Plan and execute practices and competitions, analyze performance through film, and facilitate team meetings to support development and strategy.
• Maintain acceptable student-athlete retention rates to the team and/or institution.
• Create sport-specific practice and game plans, analyze film and facilitate team meetings.
• Supervise Assistant Coach(es) and/or graduate fellow(s).
• Oversee program compliance following NCAA, MIAC, and Augsburg University rules and regulations.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive team environment.
• Collaborate with Admissions to support enrollment goals.
• Oversee budget management, fundraising, travel planning and program organization.
• Oversee alumni/parent communication and involvement, including organizing events as appropriate.
• Organize and participate in team community-service event(s).
• Manage and/or participate in camps and clinics.
• 30% of the position will include an assigned duty from Athletic Director related to maintaining the Athletics department, including athletic equipment, concessions, game management, student-athlete academic support and administrative duties.
• All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• A generous 403(b) matching program with an employer contributions of up to 8% upon eligibility
• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US
• Generous paid time-off, including 14 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 2 community service days, and vacation of up to 22 days per year immediately upon hire
• Employer-paid STD, LTD and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level