Varsity Girls Soccer, Coach

Richmond Community School District•Richmond, MI

12h

About The Position

The Varsity Girls Soccer Coach is responsible for directing all matters related to the soccer program, including player personnel, practices, equipment, and supervision of student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and other team activities. The coach must prioritize athlete safety and welfare, enforce applicable school, District, League, and MHSAA rules, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and respond to directions from school administrators. The coach is expected to provide a professional image and positive role model. The coach manages program planning and administration, including budgeting, schedules, rosters, student registration paperwork, uniforms and equipment, volunteers, and building-use software entries. The coach also coordinates the application process, club marketing, and student recruitment, and handles program funds in accordance with board policy when applicable. Hours are determined by program needs.

Requirements

Documented organizational skills, knowledge, experience, preparation, and aptitude in soccer commensurate with the position level.
Demonstrated ability to work with and motivate young people and adults.
Availability during the time requirements of the position.
CPR and first aid certification required.

Responsibilities

Direct all matters related to the program, including player personnel and practice sessions.
Care for and maintain equipment, and supervise players during practices, games, travel, and other team functions.
Know and consistently enforce school, District, League, and MHSAA rules and policies.
Communicate effectively with players, officials, fellow coaches, parents, administrators, and community members.
Prioritize and implement athlete safety and welfare in practice and competition.
Respond to instructions and directions from the Dean of Students and other appropriate school administrators.
Present a professional image and serve as a positive role model through personal habits, language, and conduct.
Review and submit the program's yearly budget.
Communicate regularly with the Director of Athletics, parents, and student-athletes.
Schedule and conduct regular practices; review competition and practice schedules and submit a season calendar to the Athletic Director.
Inventory, distribute, and collect uniforms and equipment.
Attend the preseason coaches meeting or make alternative arrangements with the Director of Athletics.
Maintain current rosters and communicate changes to the Director of Athletics.
Review student registration paperwork and ensure participants have required paperwork on file.
Supervise all team activities, including workouts, practices, events, and meetings.
Coordinate volunteers for home events as appropriate.
Submit practice and competition schedules to the Director of Athletics for review before the season.
Schedule events to maximize student-athlete opportunities.
Enter meetings, events, and competitions in the FMX building-use software.
Coordinate the application process, club marketing, and student recruitment.
When applicable, collect and deposit funds in accordance with board policy.