Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

Oakton College; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakton College is seeking an Assistant Men's Soccer Coach in Des Plaines, IL to support the Head Coach and the overall soccer program. This role involves coaching, player skill development, and recruitment efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of soccer coaching experience and interpersonal skills to promote student-athlete success.

The position requires an associate's degree, with a preference for candidates holding a bachelor's, along with knowledge of collegiate coaching and NJCAA regulations. Responsibilities include assisting with practices, games, and recruitment efforts while maintaining a commitment to student development.

Qualifications

• One year of soccer coaching experience at any level required.
• Collegiate level playing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NJCAA/NCAA/NAIA regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting team practice and conditioning programs.
• Support individual players in skill development and training.
• Assist in recruiting new players and scheduling practices.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Valid Class 'D' driver's license

Job description

Location

Des Plaines, IL

Basic Function and Responsibility

Under direct supervision, provide support to the Head Men's Soccer Coach and the Soccer program through match coaching, player and team skill development, and recruitment and retention of academically and athletically prepared students. Support activities of the soccer program within the rules and guidelines of the NJCAA, the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference, and the college. Demonstrate a sound and committed educational philosophy for holistic student development including academic, athletic and personal. Support the mission and philosophy of the college.

Characteristics Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach planning and conducting in season and off-season team practice and conditioning programs.
• Assist the Head Coach and players during game play.
• Assist individual players in soccer skill development through skills training and weight and conditioning training.
• Assist in the identification and recruitment of new players to the program, including traveling to regional high school and club soccer events and showcases.
• Assist in the scheduling of soccer practices and matches, including arranging transportation, driving a team vehicle, securing funds for travel, and making travel arrangements.
• Represent the Athletic Department and the Men's Soccer program on college committees or task forces and at college events and other public meetings.
• Communicate as necessary with other Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference and NJCAA Region IV Soccer Coaches.
• Participate in Athletic Coaches professional development, including annual training in NJCAA regulations, CPR, AED usage, Bloodborne Pathogen, Exercise Induced Asthma, and use of Epi-Pen.
• Secure and maintain certification in First Aid and CPR/AED.
• Assist the Athletic Department in the academic support of student athletes and facilitate academic support activities, including collecting academic progress reports.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

Administrative supervision is received from the Senior Manager of Athletics and direct supervision is received from the Head Men's Soccer Coach.

Supervision Exercised

Functional supervision exercised of the Men's Soccer team members, managers and student employees.

Job Requirements

• An associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A bachelor's degree is preferred.
• One year of soccer coaching experience as a head or assistant coach at the college, high school, club or travel team levels is required. Collegiate coaching experience preferred.
• Collegiate level playing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NJCAA/NCAA/NAIA rules and regulations is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning and leadership skills and positive role model for young adults is expected.
• Ability to work independently in an unstable and chaotic environment desired.
• Valid Class "D" driver's license required.
• Work performed in different environments including interior/office work areas, gymnasiums and outdoor areas.
• Work will require significant physical effort associated with coaching and teaching soccer skills and techniques, and the lifting and movement of equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Limited exposure to physical risk.
• Regional travel required with occasional extended out of state travel for post season competition.

References

Two soccer related references required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oakton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.