Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer

Inside Higher Ed; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Maryland is seeking a part-time Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach in managing the NJCAA team. The role involves instructing student athletes, recruiting, and ensuring compliance with relevant rules. A bachelor's degree in Sports Administration or similar is desirable, alongside coaching experience. The position offers a variable work schedule based on team needs.

Qualifications

• One year of coaching or playing experience at the high school or collegiate level.
• Demonstrated experience as a positive role model to student athletes.
• Two years of college coaching experience.
• Demonstrated experience as a positive role model to student athletes.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach with daily operations and needs.
• Instruct student athletes on sport rules and innovations.
• Help recruit academically and athletically-qualified student athletes.
• Work evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Observe and evaluate all aspects of student athletes in both training and competition, and work with the Head Coach to develop a coaching plan to meet individual needs.
• Monitor the academic performance and progress of student-athletes to ensure compliance with College and NJCAA rules.
• Work with the FCC Foundation in fundraising activities.
• Assist with game day management as directed by the Head Coach.
• Develop scouting reports.
• Possess knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NJCAA and Maryland JUCO rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Director of Athletics, and/or the Assistant Director of Athletics.
• Possess and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.

Skills

Coaching experience

Knowledge of NJCAA rules

Role modeling

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sports Administration or related field

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach with day-to-day operations of the NJCAA team at Frederick Community College. The Assistant Coach works under the guidance and direction of the Head Coach and is supervised by the Director of Athletics. The Assistant Coach meets the travel demands of the athletic competition schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following are the functions essential to performing this job:

• Assist the Head Coach to meet the needs of the position.
• Instruct student athletes regarding the rules of the sport, including rule changes, new developments, and innovative ideas.
• Help recruit academically and athletically-qualified prospective student athletes.
• Work evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Observe and evaluate all aspects of student athletes in both training and competition, and work with the Head Coach to develop a coaching plan to meet individual needs.
• Monitor the academic performance and progress of student-athletes to ensure compliance with College and NJCAA rules.
• Work with the FCC Foundation in fundraising activities.
• Assist with game day management as directed by the Head Coach.
• Develop scouting reports.
• Possess knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NJCAA and Maryland JUCO rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Director of Athletics, and/or the Assistant Director of Athletics.
• Possess and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• One year of coaching or playing experience at the high school or collegiate level.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Administration, Education, Physical Education, or Recreation.
• Two years of college coaching experience.
• Demonstrated experience as a positive role model to student athletes.

Work Schedule

Variable based on team schedule/calendar

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Telework Eligible?

No

Essential Personnel?

No

Job Posted Date

03/13/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions To Applicants

All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. Cover letters may be addressed to the Search Committee and should briefly address your qualifications as related to the requirements of this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Non-Discrimination

Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College is an equal opportunity employer and values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.