Assistant Men's Soccer Coach/Head JV Coach

Bluefield University; Bluefield (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluefield University seeks an Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach/Head JV Coach to support the men’s soccer program within the University’s Christian mission. You will assist in practices, mentor student-athletes, and help recruit eligible players for the varsity and JV teams.

You will work under the Head Men’s Soccer Coach, coordinate JV development, schedule games, manage travel, and help monitor compliance with NAIA rules. A 2–4 year coaching background and a relevant degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must support the University mission and Christian commitment.
• Preferred degree in Business, Sports Management, or Exercise & Sports Science.
• Must have knowledge of NAIA regulations.
• Two to four years of coaching or teaching experience.
• Must possess basic office equipment skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing and implementing practice sessions.
• Instruct and coach student-athletes during games and practices.
• Provide tutoring and mentoring to student-athletes.
• Identify, evaluate and recruit potential team members and manage rosters per eligibility rules.
• Maintain a JV roster (8 players) and oversee its development.
• Oversee travel, scheduling, budget, and administrative duties for the program.
• Provide reports and fulfill duties requested by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Skills

Coaching experience (2-4 years)

NAIA regulations knowledge

Christian mission alignment

Budget/administration

Education

B.S./B.A. in Business, Sports Management or Exercise & Sports Science

Job description

Assistant Men's Soccer Coach/Head JV Coach

Athletics Full Time 7.5 hour Bluefield, VA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1041

Salary: $26,000.00 Annually

PRIMARY PURPOSE/SCOPE

The Primary purpose of the Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach/ Head JV Coach will be assisting in promoting a Men’s Soccer program that is in harmony with the Christian principles of Bluefield University. This position will give direction to the athletes included within the Men’s Soccer program of Bluefield University, while fostering and maintaining fiscal responsibility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS

The Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach/ Head JV Coach is directly responsible to the Head Men’s Soccer Coach and is responsible for the following areas:

1. Teaching/Coaching (50%)

• a. Assists in the organization and implementation of practice sessions with student-athletes.
• b. Instructs, teaches, and coaches student-athletes on how to perform for Men’s Soccer meets and during practice.
• c. Provides tutoring and mentoring of athletes involved in the Men’s Soccer program.
• d. Monitors and supervises student-athletes while at practice and while traveling to ensure their conduct is reflective of the mission of the University.

2. Departmental Administration: (5%)

• a. Promote a Men’s Soccer program that is in harmony with and supportive of the Institutional mission and philosophy of Bluefield University.
• b. Know eligibility requirements and provide eligibility list of athletes.
• c. Work with athletic training and medical health services.
• a. Identify, evaluate and recruit potential team members to Bluefield University.
• b. Possesses the knowledge of eligibility requirements, provide, and maintain a roster of eligible athletes.
• c. Retain current BU students as team members
• d. Ensures that program meets annual membership requirements
• e. Ensures that program recruiting activities adhere to University policies and procedures.

4. Implementation of Junior Varsity/ Developmental Program (15%)

• a. Maintain a roster of 8 players involved in the JV program
• b. Assure that all athletes achieve the eligibility requirements that are outlined by the NAIA
• c. Schedule 8-12 games in the regular season
• d. Coordinate Travel for all road games
• e. Oversee the operational budget for the program

5. Other Duties (5%)

• a. Provides reports and documentation when required by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics
• b. Possesses the ability to plan, organize, prioritize, implement work, and be able to apply logic and creativity in order to solve problems and deal with mathematical and financial aspects.
• c. Possesses the ability to receive, process and provide visual and verbal information
• d. Performs all other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Individual must possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to demonstrate, explain, and perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, using some combination of the following skills and abilities:

• a. Must be able to support the Mission Statement, purpose, and goals of the University’s, and express a personal Christian commitment.
• b. It is preferred that the Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach possess a minimum of a B.S. /B.A. degree in the area Business, Sports Management or of Exercise & Sports Science.
• c. The Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach must have a current and working knowledge of NAIA regulations.
• d. The Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach must possess a minimum of two to four years’ experience coaching or teaching.
• e. The Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach must possess sufficient manual dexterity to be able to operate all office equipment including but not limited to: modems, scanners, copy machines, typewriters, computers and faxes.

ERGONOMIC REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position may require frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, pulling, pushing, lifting, and carrying.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must also possess the ability to occasionally lift, carry, and/or drag approximately 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the eye. The operation of vehicles and the transportation of athletes are duties that are required at various times. Tasks such as working at a computer, which involves extensive wrist and hand movements, are also required.

The use of specialized equipment listed here is representative of equipment an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Specialized equipment would be equipment typically found in modern athletic facilities.

Working Conditions and Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the duties, responsibilities, and functions of this job. Supervisors are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, coercion or harassment, including sexual or gender harassment. Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors. The noise level is usually low to moderate. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be required to travel.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

This position is subject to at least an annual evaluation based upon the job duties, responsibilities, and functions as set forth above.