Track & Field Coach - Career Services

University of Valley Forge; Phoenixville (Chester County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking university is seeking a dynamic individual to join their team in fostering student-athlete success and career development. This role involves recruiting quality prospective student-athletes, monitoring their academic progress, and providing career services to students. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for mentoring and supporting college-age individuals. This innovative institution, dedicated to preparing individuals for a life of service and leadership, offers a collaborative environment where your contributions can make a significant impact on students' lives. If you are committed to helping others grow and succeed, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and experience with college-age students.
• Excellent communication skills are essential for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective student-athletes and monitor their academic progress.
• Manage Career Services and assist students with job placements.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Mentoring/Counseling

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Career Trends Familiarity

Resume Editing

Computer Skills (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Social Media

Job description

• Recruit quality prospective student-athletes that fit within the Christian and Academic requirements set forth by The University of Valley Forge.
• Monitor academic progress and status of team members, implementing action plans through appropriate staff when needed.
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes.
• Coach team members individually and in groups, and demonstrate game techniques.
• Develop and implement game strategy and position assignments.
• Manage all operational, fiscal, and administrative activities for the specific sports program.
• Promote the athletic program and specific sport through community events, public speaking, fundraising, and marketing.
• Ensure adherence to all Association, Conference, and University rules by athletes and supporting staff.
• Work with scheduling coordinators to schedule non-conference opponents each year within the NCAA guidelines.
• Transportation to and from games with driving responsibilities.

Perform the duties of Career Services in the following ways:

• Manage online job board related to off-campus jobs and professional opportunities.
• Actively assist students in finding off-campus employment & provide information about on-campus employment.
• Serve as the departmental liaison for Faculty and Staff to ensure all jobs, internships, and other professional opportunities are up to date and accurate on our online job platform as well as help to support Faculty and Staff in the promotion of UVF students to these opportunities.
• Meet or connect regularly with employers to promote UVF students and obtain information concerning part-time employment.
• Meet with students preparing to review resumes and discuss professional opportunities.
• Provide guidance and counseling in career services (self-assessment tools, career choice, etc.)
• Manage all on-campus Career Service events such as Job Fair, Career Fair, Job Seminars, Mock Interview, and employer visits to campus.
• Create and maintain appropriate assessments on career opportunities and manage a career and education planning tool.
• Manage the Career Services email & social media pages with the support of the Marketing Department and student workers.
• Assist in management of student workers by verifying time cards bi-weekly and assigning responsibilities for daily tasks.
• Provide Career Services overview session for First Year Experience classes.

Other Duties

• Assist in management of the “Student Link” Academic support program.
• Meet with students who need academic support weekly.
• Work with our disability office for services and support for our students.
• Help to manage and update Beacon (our student alert and notifications system).
• Oversee & manage study hall space in the Student Success department.

The work environment consists of exposure to physical conditions typical of a normal office environment. Most of the job is performed while sitting, although the work may require standing or walking and/or the lifting and carrying of small objects. Regular travel should be expected.

Spiritual Requirements

All employees must be openly committed followers of Christ and sign the UVF Community Covenant.
Evidence of a desire to grow in grace and in the knowledge of Christ.
A pattern of spiritual development characterized by prayer, Bible study, and regular attendance at a local church or involvement in church ministry.
A commitment to ministry and encouragement of others toward the same.

Qualifications and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with college-age students.
• Experience with mentoring/counseling.
• Experience working with employers and/or Employment Agencies.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) are essential to work with students, faculty, staff, and employers.
• Able to collaborate with students, faculty, and employers.
• Familiarity with career trends, resources and understanding of learning outcomes and their relationship to professional development.
• Able to review and edit resumes.
• Computer Skills (Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Social Media Sites).

The University

The University of Valley Forge (UVF) is an accredited Christian university of the Arts, Sciences, and Professions located on a beautiful 100+ acre campus in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. With 52 undergraduate majors, eight graduate programs, and dozens of credentialed and dedicated professors, UVF is committed to the mission to prepare individuals for a life of service and leadership in the church and the world.

The University hereby affirms its commitment to equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, genetic information, or status as a disabled veteran.

To be considered for this position, please email your resume.