Assistant Coach (Men’s Soccer)/Head JV Coach

Summary Description: Assists the head coach in day-to-day operations of the Men’s Soccer Teams (Varsity / Head Coach JV) duties include, but not limited to practice planning, instruction, teaching the fundamental techniques of soccer, skill work, training and conditioning, recruiting, scouting, academic support, ,NCAA compliance and general operations within NCAA rules and also assumes secondary administrative responsibilities (E.G. intramurals, recreation, sports information, Leisure Studies, game management, recreation, etc.)

Description of Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

NCAA Compliance

1. Abides by all NCAA, athletic conference and Spring Hill College rules, policies and procedures with an understanding that failure to do so may lead to sanctions up to and including termination.

2. Promptly reports any suspected violation (including possible violations committed personally or by any other member of the athletics department staff, SHC compliance related offices and staff, student athletes, or boosters) of NCAA, athletic conference or SHC Athletics rules to the Compliance Coordinator, Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) or Director of Athletics.

3. Attends all department staff and NCAA compliance education meetings as required or as requested.

4. Accurately completes all required or assigned NCAA compliance forms, reports and related processes on time.

5. Aids in education and enforcement of NCAA rules with the team.

Summary Description: Assists the head coach in day-to-day operations of the Men’s Soccer Teams (Varsity / Head Coach JV) duties include, but not limited to practice planning, instruction, teaching the fundamental techniques of soccer, skill work, training and conditioning, recruiting, scouting, academic support, ,NCAA compliance and general operations within NCAA rules and also assumes secondary administrative responsibilities (E.G. intramurals, recreation, sports information, Leisure Studies, game management, recreation, etc.)

Description of Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

NCAA Compliance

1. Abides by all NCAA, athletic conference and Spring Hill College rules, policies and procedures with an understanding that failure to do so may lead to sanctions up to and including termination.

2. Promptly reports any suspected violation (including possible violations committed personally or by any other member of the athletics department staff, SHC compliance related offices and staff, student athletes, or boosters) of NCAA, athletic conference or SHC Athletics rules to the Compliance Coordinator, Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) or Director of Athletics.

3. Attends all department staff and NCAA compliance education meetings as required or as requested.

4. Accurately completes all required or assigned NCAA compliance forms, reports and related processes on time.

5. Aids in education and enforcement of NCAA rules with the team.

6. Uses JumpForward for all recruiting and compliance related tasks.

Team Coaching
Supports the Head Coach by assisting with the Varsity team and Head Coach of the JV team.

Facilitates good relationships between the Head Coach and team members.

Primary duties are to instruct, train and develop team members in the sport’s skills, strategies, techniques and conditioning.

Assists the Head Coach with managing budgets, scheduling, inventory, travel logistics, strength and conditioning, fundraising, and community service and engagement projects.

Assists the Head Coach in recruiting qualified Prospective Student Athletes (PSA), e.g., through evaluation and identification of good fit prospective student athletes; by evaluation of skill and academic performance; contact and communication with PSA’s and families; and cultivation of relationships with high school coaches.

Assists the Head Coach in monitoring the academic progress and success of team members by monitoring team study halls and helping with academic related forms and processes.

Develops opponent evaluations and scouting reports through video breakdown and/or observation.

Assists the Head Coach in planning of practice sessions and developing game plans for competition.

Performs game management responsibilities for men’s soccer including but not limited to: supervising managers and work-study students and overseeing facility operations before, during, and after games.

Reinforces the importance of student athlete compliance with behavioral expectations and team rules.

Works cooperatively with other athletics coaches and Spring Hill College staff and faculty.

Assists in conducting summer camps while ensuring NCAA compliance and documentation.

Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Director of Athletics.

THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE, ADD, OR REASSIGN JOB DUTIES OR COMBINE POSITIONS, OR PORTIONS THEREOF, AT ANY TIME. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT OR CONTRACT. SPRING HILL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Position is open until filled. To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to; Franney Schulz at fschulz@shc.edu

Off-list references may be checked.

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