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Associate Head Coach - Soccer

Employer
University of North Dakota
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota (US)
Salary
$38,000+

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Industry
Education
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

Description

The Athletic Department at the University of North Dakota is currently seeking an Associate Head Coach to join our Women's Soccer program.

The associate head coach will assist the head soccer coach with all aspects of Division I program. they must have a commitment to compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations & provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes. This position will provide instruction to the team that will include teaching proper skills and techniques, teaching basic physical health concepts to include nutritional education, teaching team and individual leadership concepts/skills as well as providing general safety instruction.

The purpose of UND Athletics is to initiate, stimulate and improve the athletics program for student-athletes to promote and develop their education leadership, physical fitness, athletic excellence and provide opportunities for participation in a sport of choice. Its competitive athletics program is designed to be a vital part of the University of North Dakota’s education system by stressing the importance of each student-athlete being an active part of the student body while making satisfactory progress toward a baccalaureate degree.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Design instructional/training in-season/off-season specific to assigned player groups and individuals
  • Teach basic physical health concepts (to include nutritional education) specific to assigned player groups and individuals
  • Provide instruction related to team and leadership concepts/skills specific to assigned player groups and individuals
  • Provide general safety instruction for all activities in which the team and/or individuals participate. Specifically instruct student athletes on safe training and exercise techniques
  • Provide support and encouragement to promote the mental well-being of the student-athletes
  • Serve as a role model and demonstrate a professional working relationship with student-athletes
  • Assist/run practices under the direction of the head coach
  • Assist strength coach for weight lifting and conditioning practices, as needed
  • Provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety of the student-athletes
  • Assisting with all facets of coaching at all UND games and practices
  • Follow all NCAA, conference, UND rules and regulations
  • Recruit quality prospective student-athletes for the sport program
  • Coordinate official and unofficial campus visits, as assigned
  • Handle documentation for each prospective student athlete in accordance with NCAA and UND Athletics Department compliance protocols/rules
  • Assist with social media for soccer program, when applicable
  • Develop community support for the program and participate in Athletics department and fundraising activities
  • Serve as a role model and demonstrate a professional working relationship with student-athletes, staff, administration, alumni and general public
  • Assist with maintaining contact with soccer alumni and boosters
  • Other duties assigned by head coach

Required Competencies

  • Must have effective professional working relationship with student-athletes, staff, administration, alumni, and general public
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  • Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of and commitment to NCAA compliance and follow all NCAA, conference and UND rules & regulations
  • Must provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes
  • Knowledge of and commitment to NCAA rules & regulations

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Minimum three seasons of full-time soccer coaching experience at the collegiate level (i.e. NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA)
  • Experience organizing summer soccer camps
  • Experience with soccer video analysis
  • Experience in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes at the collegiate level
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Successful completion of criminal history background check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identify and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree
  • Experience with soccer software products (i.e. Instat or VidSwap)
  • Experience in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes at the NCAA level

Minimum Hiring Salary

Starting Salary Range: $38,000+ annual

Work Schedule/Start Date

Full-Time , 12-month appointment. Overnight travel will be required up to 25% of the time for team competitions and recruitment of prospective student-athletes.

Benefits

Includes single or family health care coverage (premiums paid for by the university), basic life insurance, EAP, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual and sick leave. Optional benefits available: supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

To Apply

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:59PM on the closing date.

Additional Information

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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.

Company

The University of North Dakota is one of the largest employers in the region. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes full health insurance premium coverage for single or family plans, a retirement plan, tuition benefits for employees, as well as for the spouse and dependents of the employee, on-campus training programs, exclusive internal recruitment opportunities, as well as many other benefits.

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264 Centennial Drive
Stop 7127
Grand Forks
ND
58202
United States

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