Goalkeeper Part-Time Assistant Coach

Bob Jones University; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bob Jones University in Greenville, SC is seeking a dedicated goalkeeper coach to lead specialized training, manage goalkeeper development, and support team performance through video analysis. The role includes creating Individual Development Plans and providing ongoing feedback.

The coach will also mentor players within a biblical framework and collaborate with the coaching staff. The position requires prior collegiate/professional GK experience, strong communication, and a commitment to the

Qualifications

• Must have a prior collegiate and/or professional goalkeeping background.
• Must align with Bob Jones University's creed and lifestyle expectations.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute goalkeeper-specific training sessions.
• Coach goalkeepers in team settings and during games.
• Perform video analysis to improve individual and team performance.
• Create Individual Development Plans and provide feedback throughout the season.
• Mentor goalkeepers spiritually and academically, aligning with university mission.

Skills

Goalkeeping coaching

Strong communication

Video analysis

Tools

Video analysis software

Job description

Role Summary:

Serve as the position-specific coach for all goalkeepers. Design and execute goalkeeper-specific training sessions and player development philosophy. Coach goalkeepers in the team setting. Responsible for the management and coaching of goalkeepers during games. Perform video analysis to improve individual and team performance. Create Individual Development Plans for goalkeepers and offer support and feedback throughout the season. Provide mid-year and end-of-year comprehensive player evaluation review to each goalkeeper. Responsible for clear communication with the coaching staff and players. Collaborate with and assist other staff members. Spiritually mentor and disciple the goalkeepers.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships. Must be flexible, collaborative and have a positive attitude.
• Adhere to the community guidelines set forth for all faculty and staff and to help student athletes to comply with student life guidelines including academic support.
• Help in the recruiting process, holding individual technical training sessions as needed and to be a positive influence on the team.
• Be responsible for developing as a goalkeeper coach.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have a prior collegiate and/or professional goalkeeping background.

An applicant must be a born-again Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Each applicant must agree with and affirm the Bob Jones University creed, mission (see https://www.bju.edu/about/creed-mission.php) and core biblical doctrines regarding areas such as the Bible, the triune God, man and salvation, etc. Employees are expected to maintain a conservative lifestyle and support Bob Jones University’s positions on issues such as beverage alcohol and addictive substances, creation, marriage and human sexuality and the sanctity of life, etc., (https://www.bju.edu/about/positions.php). Employees are to be active members of a local Bible believing church which holds orthodox theology. Applicants must be committed to providing students an excellent, worldclass education from a biblical worldview.