Head Women's Soccer Coach

Penn State University • Harrisburg, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Penn State Harrisburg Athletics is seeking candidates for the position of Head Women'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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
• Valid driver’s license
• 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

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick time)
• 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children

What This Job Offers

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