Head JV Men’s Soccer Coach

Manhattanville University; Purchase (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Manhattanville University is seeking a part-time Head JV Men’s Soccer Coach responsible for managing the JV Men’s Soccer program, including coaching, recruiting, and operations. This role is vital in developing student-athletes and managing compliance with NCAA regulations. Candidates should have coaching experience and a bachelor’s degree.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Tuition remission

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Current knowledge of NCAA Division III rules.
• Intercollegiate coaching and playing experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day operations of the JV Men’s Soccer program.
• Oversee and implement all aspects of recruiting.
• Enhance the development of student-athletes' soccer skills.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Knowledge of effective coaching techniques

Ability to work independently

Ability to establish relationships

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Title: Head JV Men’s Soccer Coach

Department: Athletics

Reports to: Head Men’s Soccer Coach

Effective Date: 5/29/25

# of Direct Reports: 1

# of People Supported: 3

Job Description:

This part-time position is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of the JV Men’s Soccer program including, but not limited to: coaching, recruiting, practice planning and preparation, competition scheduling, fundraising, budgetary management, strength and conditioning, academic monitoring, and other related duties as assigned. The Head JV Men’s Soccer Coach, in addition to all the requirements detailed in the essential duties and responsibilities section of this job description, is recognized as pivotal to, and responsible for, the record of the program as it relates to competitive scheduling, University/community relations and the enhancement and academic achievement of the student-athletes. The position reports to the Head Varsity Men’s Soccer Coach.

Supervisory/Duties Responsibilities:

Recruiting

• Oversee and implement all aspects of the recruiting process

• Identify and evaluate prospective student athletes

• Engage in communication with the prospects, parents, coaches, and other advisors through extensive travel, written, and verbal correspondence

• Attract potential student-athletes to Manhattanville University

• Communicate with Compliance Officer to ensure that all NCAA policies are followed

Coaching

• Assist the Head Varsity Coach with identifying the roster makeup

• Oversee and direct all aspects of coaching during practice and games

• Enhance the development of the student-athletes soccer skills through team practice and individual instruction

• Ensure that proper safety procedures are followed by all student-athletes

• Work with athletics trainers and physicians to implement team wellness and conditioning programs

• Understand current and changing NCAA, Skyline Conference, and Manhattanville Compliance Policy and Procedures as they relate to the soccer program

• Maintain consistent communication with Manhattanville’s compliance staff and athletic administrators

• Fully comply with the rules, regulations, and policies of the NCAA, of the Skyline Conference, and of the college and its Athletic Department and take every reasonable precaution to ensure that all members of the soccer staff comply fully with such rules, regulations, and policies

• Monitor academic progress of student athletes

• Coordinate the program's fundraising activities alongside the Varsity team’s goals

• Responsible for the scheduling of all JV contests

• Performs other additional related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

• Travel required for competitions and recruiting

• Perform soccer related physical tasks

• Knowledge of effective coaching techniques and best practices

• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with school administrators, parents, students, and alumni

• Ability to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment

• Ability to effectively communicate with student-athletes, coaches, athletic and university administration

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Current knowledge of rules and policies of the NCAA Division III

• Intercollegiate coaching and playing experience

• Recruiting at a collegiate level

• CPR/AED Certified

• Valid Driver’s License

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move sport related equipment such as goals, cones, field items, balls, etc.

• Ability to physically perform coaching tasks such as demonstrating a drill to players

• Ability to perform basic field maintenance.

• Physically able to move items that may weigh up to 50 pounds

Hours Expectation:

Part-time, 29 hours or less per week

Housing:

Housing is not provided.

Benefits:

Manhattanville University also offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our benefits page: Manhattanville Benefits

Manhattanville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. If you are unable to complete this application process, contact Manhattanville Human Resources at [e-mail] to ask for assistance.