Director of Development Soccer/Head Coach

Whosonthemove; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in Spartanburg, SC is looking for a Director of Development Soccer/Head Coach to oversee the Men's and Women's Development Soccer Programs. This role involves recruiting student-athletes, scheduling, organizing practices, and managing budgets. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of coaching experience. The salary is $40,000, commensurate with experience, with evening/weekend hours required as needed. Applications can be submitted through the university's job portal.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of coaching and/or playing experience.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to travel, may include overnight.

Responsibilities

• Teach soccer skills to student-athletes.
• Recruit competitive student-athletes.
• Coordinate team travel arrangements.
• Monitor and plan use of budgets.
• Support departmental fund-raising activities.

Skills

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Director of Development Soccer/Head Coach
University of South Carolina Upstate
TMP03264PO25
Spartanburg, SC

The Director of Development Soccer/Head Coach is responsible for the overall administration and success of the Men’s and Women’s Development Soccer Programs. The primary purpose is to recruit student‑athletes, schedule opponents, organize conditioning, plan practices and administer team rules and regulations for the Men’s and Women’s Development Soccer programs.

Responsibilities

• Teaching student‑athletes the various skills, techniques and knowledge required of soccer. Mentor student athletes on values of teamwork and sportsmanship and rules and policies for the team.
• Recruiting- This function serves as the primary means to establish a competitive team and meet enrollment criteria. The coach needs to be knowledgeable of all league rules and regulations and the requirements for admission to our institution. The coach is expected to recruit student‑athletes of good character, academically prepared and of a quality skill level needed to be competitive.
• Team Travel- This involves coordination of scheduling contests, making arrangements for transportation, meals and lodging for the travel group.
• Budget Control- This involves monitoring and planning the use of the Men’s & Women’s Development Soccer budgets related to recruiting, team travel, and purchasing uniforms and equipment.
• Educate student athletes and assistant coaches on field maintenance, upkeep of equipment.
• Fund Raising- This involves lending support toward all departmental fund‑raising activities. These activities have included golf outings and auctions and are all vital to supplement the budget of the Men’s and Women’s Development Soccer Programs.
• Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and student assistants.
• Other duties as assigned by Athletics Director.

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree and 3 or more years of coaching and/or playing experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience. A good driving record, valid driver’s license, and successful background check are required. Evening and weekend hours, as needed. Ability to travel, may include overnight, as needed.

Preferred Experience

Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, exceptional interpersonal skills, computer skills, and strong written and oral communication skills.

Salary

$40,000; Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

For more information and/or to apply, go to https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/199029

The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.