Assistant Coach - Men's Soccer

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About Us

Located in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State University is roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. The university offers employees an adaptable, collaborative environment that fosters professional and personal development. 

The university is committed to having a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Clayton State offers multiple certificates, Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's Degree programs, which currently enroll over 5,500 students in challenging campus and online courses.

Clayton State's main campus is situated on 214 beautiful acres in a lakeside setting just minutes from downtown Atlanta, making access to the vibrant metropolitan area swift. The Atlanta-Journal Constitution has named the university a Top Workplace in Atlanta for six consecutive years. The Chronicle of Higher Education also named Clayton State one of 79 higher education institutions across the nation in its list of 2017 Great Colleges to Work For.

Job Summary

The Assistant Coach for Men¿s Soccer supports the head coach in all aspects of leading a competitive NCAA Division II men¿s soccer program. The role emphasizes athlete development, recruitment, academic support, compliance, and day-to-day program operations. The successful candidate will uphold the values of Clayton State University and the NCAA, fostering excellence in athletics, academics, and character.

Responsibilities

About Us

Located in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State University is roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. The university offers employees an adaptable, collaborative environment that fosters professional and personal development. 

The university is committed to having a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Clayton State offers multiple certificates, Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's Degree programs, which currently enroll over 5,500 students in challenging campus and online courses.

Clayton State's main campus is situated on 214 beautiful acres in a lakeside setting just minutes from downtown Atlanta, making access to the vibrant metropolitan area swift. The Atlanta-Journal Constitution has named the university a Top Workplace in Atlanta for six consecutive years. The Chronicle of Higher Education also named Clayton State one of 79 higher education institutions across the nation in its list of 2017 Great Colleges to Work For.

Job Summary

The Assistant Coach for Men¿s Soccer supports the head coach in all aspects of leading a competitive NCAA Division II men¿s soccer program. The role emphasizes athlete development, recruitment, academic support, compliance, and day-to-day program operations. The successful candidate will uphold the values of Clayton State University and the NCAA, fostering excellence in athletics, academics, and character.

Responsibilities

• Coaching & Training 35%:  Assist with planning and conducting practices, training sessions, and game preparation. Provide individual and group instruction that contributes to athletic development.  
•   Recruiting  25%: Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes. Build relationships with recruits and coaches. Attend showcases and events as needed. Ensure recruiting efforts are aligned with NCAA and institutional guidelines.  
• Administrative Duties 15% : Assist with team travel arrangements, equipment inventory, compliance documentation, and budget tracking. Support camp and clinic operations.    
• Academic & Player Support 10%:  Monitor academic progress of student-athletes. Help coordinate study halls, tutoring, and academic advising with campus resources. Provide mentorship and character development.    
• Video Analysis & Scouting 10%: Assist with video breakdown of training and matches. Scout opponents and contribute to tactical planning.
• Community Engagement & Promotion 5%: Support outreach and fundraising efforts. Represent the program at departmental and community events. Help maintain a positive team image on campus and in the community.    

Required Qualifications

Bachelor¿s degree (Master¿s preferred)
Experience playing and/or coaching soccer at the collegiate or equivalent level
Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations
Strong communication and organizational skills
Valid driver¿s license and ability to travel
CPR & AED Certified

Preferred Qualifications

USSF, USC, or UEFA coaching licenses
Experience with recruiting databases and video analysis platforms (e.g., Hudl, InStat)
Demonstrated ability to support academic and athletic success

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Institutional Values

Clayton State University will have a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Our statement of core values is adaptability, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and people-centered. Each Clayton State University community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.  More details on Clayton State's Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct can be found online at https://www.clayton.edu/strategic-plan/mission-vision-values   and https://www.clayton.edu/human-resources/current-employees/resources-policies

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Clayton State University, as determined by Clayton State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Candidate must disclose potential, actual, or apparent conflicts of interest in compliance.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Clayton State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Clayton State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Clayton State University Office of Human Resources at (678) 466-4230. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at (678) 466-5445.

Clery Disclosure

 This position may be considered a Campus Security Authority, CSA. A Campus Security Authority is a Clery-specific term that encompasses certain departments, groups, and individual employees who have a duty to report crimes they become aware of, as defined by the Clery Act.

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