Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

Millikin University; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois, is seeking an Assistant Men's Soccer Coach for a twelve-month position. The role involves supporting the Head Coach in various aspects of the men’s soccer program, including recruiting, managing travel, and conducting practice sessions.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably a Master’s Degree, along with at least 2 years of collegiate coaching experience. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience coaching collegiate soccer.
• Experience with Goalkeepers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Men’s Soccer Program.
• Design and implement training programs.
• Recruit student athletes.
• Conduct men’s soccer practice sessions and game coaching.
• Adhere to NCAA and CCIW rules.

Skills

Recruitment

Training program design

Teamwork

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

This is a twelve-month position reporting to the Head Men's Soccer Coach. The Assistant Men's Soccer Coach will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the men’s soccer program, particularly recruiting, travel management, on campus events, on field instruction, and scouting for opponents. The Assistant Coach will assist in the recruitment of prospective student‑athletes and the retention and success of current student‑athletes, which is of the utmost importance and priority.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assists the Men’s Soccer Program.
2. Design and implement training programs.
3. Recruit student athletes.
4. Perform a second duty that is assigned dependent on the candidate’s strengths and background.
5. Conduct men’s soccer practice sessions and perform game coaching.
6. Be aware of and adhere to NCAA and CCIW rules relating to the men’s soccer program.
7. Serve as Athletic Facility Monitor.
8. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

General Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to succeed in a result-driven professional organization. Maintaining professional performance, demeanor, team-approach and focus on results while working under pressure in a dynamic environment. Ability to establish priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, and facilitate teamwork. Highly organized, with the ability to plan, execute and multitask to meet deadlines.

Minimum Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred).
• 2 years experience coaching collegiate soccer
• Experience with Goalkeepers (preferred)