Part Time Assistant Womens Soccer Coach

St. Bonaventure University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bonaventure University is seeking an Assistant Coach for their NCAA Division I Women's Soccer program. The role involves managing practices, recruiting, and supporting student-athlete development. Candidates should have a strong background in soccer and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Free access to campus fitness center

Two free Division 1 Men's Basketball season tickets

Golf course membership discount

Other discounts available

Qualifications

• Prior playing experience at college or club level, or as a collegiate athlete.
• First Aid, CPR, AED certifications required or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct team and individual practices, coach athletes, evaluate performance.
• Arrange and conduct recruiting activities, including campus visits.
• Manage travel logistics for in-season and out-of-season activities.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Recruiting Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Responsible for assisting in managing a competitive NCAA Division I Women's Soccer program, including conditioning, practices, recruiting, travel arrangements, and student managers. A key role is supporting the development of student-athletes as individuals, students, soccer players, and community members.

Essential Functions:

1. Program Execution (55%): Conduct team and individual practices, coach athletes, evaluate performance, and monitor conditioning and training.
2. Recruiting (10%): Arrange and conduct recruiting activities, including campus visits, evaluations, and contacting prospective athletes.
3. Equipment Management (10%): Ensure availability and condition of athletic gear, coordinate repairs or replacements, and work with apparel vendors.
4. Administrative Tasks (25%): Maintain statistics, attend coaching meetings, and implement strategies from these meetings.
5. Travel Responsibilities (Full Travel): Manage travel logistics for in-season and out-of-season activities.
6. Game Management (95%): Assist with game setup, management, and breakdown as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Experience: Prior playing experience at college or club level, or as a collegiate athlete.
• Certifications: First Aid, CPR, AED required or willingness to obtain; coaching licenses recommended.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Uphold honesty and sportsmanship, representing high standards of fair play.
• Solid knowledge of NCAA regulations related to recruitment and retention.
• Handle confidential information appropriately.
• Understand safety procedures and all aspects of the soccer program.
• Recruit and retain student-athletes effectively.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain professionalism.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students and community.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and recruiting skills.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment, identifying problems and proposing solutions.
• Travel with the team and supervise student-athletes' conduct.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Frequent physical activities, extensive travel, exposure to athletic venues, long irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Availability during early mornings, evenings, and weekends is required.

Other Perks:

• Free access to campus fitness center
• Two free Division 1 Men's Basketball season tickets
• Golf course membership discount
• Other discounts available