Head Soccer Coach Contract

Job Type
Full-time
This is a full-time, 12-month position that will involve
additional responsibilities, depending upon the profile, skills, experience, and interests of the successful applicant. Additional duties
will include but are not limited to: equipment management, scheduling, event operations, compliance, and academic
success.

Responsibilities:

• Administer all aspects of the soccer program, including but not limited to
  designing practice plans and conducting practice in accordance with the NAIA’s 24-week rule, scheduling of contests, preparing for
  competition, arranging of transportation and meals, maintaining inventory of uniforms and equipment, managing budget according to College
  and Athletics Department policies, monitoring academic progress, supervising assistants (graduate, part-time, volunteer or
  student)
• Provide fundamental and advanced instruction of soccer skills, conditioning, and philosophy.
• Actively recruit
  qualified student-athletes who have an interest in one of the College’s academic programs; appropriately communicate prospective
  student-athlete information to Admissions and Financial Aid; recruitment and retention of student-athletes are both key aspects of the
  position.
• Responsible for achieving individual/departmental enrollment goals.
• Identify, organize, and carry out activities
  (NAIA Champions of Character/community service outreach, workshops, summer camps, clinics, etc.) to promote the soccer
  program.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with student-athletes, faculty & staff, admissions and financial aid, student
  development, AAU/high school/JUCO coaches, media, and parents.
• Mentor student-athletes about life skills and preparation for life
  after their sport and college
• Represent Stephens College in a manner compliant and consistent with its ideals, the American Midwest
  Conference, and the NAIA Champions of Character program
• Coordinate event coverage with AD, SID and athletics staff including the
  position of game day manager/supervisor.
• Coordinate summer soccer camps with Human Resources to recruit and train community
  volunteers and students to work with minor youth participants.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, master’s degree
  preferred.
• Evidence of successful and effective coaching experience required success at the collegiate level
  preferred.
• Working knowledge and application of NAIA rules and regulations
• Strong skills in communication, organization,
  multi-tasking, efficiency, and customer service
• Ability to work with a diverse constituency including students, parents, coaches,
  faculty, staff, administrators, and outside contacts.
• Obtain and/or maintain a Missouri Class E Driver’s License.
• Must meet
  and maintain Stephens Driver Qualification and Vehicle Safety Policy.
• A supportive interest in the mission of the
  College

Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed inside under normal office conditions and
employee may be exposed to varying temperatures and dust. Work requires reaching/handling up to 25 lbs. and climbing/balancing body
weight.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request regarding the work environment and physical demands to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Founded in 1833, Stephens College is the second-oldest
women’s college in the United States, dedicated to providing innovative, experiential, and career-focused education across various
disciplines. Located in Columbia, Missouri, Stephens College continues to be a leader in women’s education, fostering a community where
students are empowered to lead, innovate, and excel. The college also provides flexible, co-educational master’s degrees and certificates
for working professionals, and is home to a co-educational Conservatory for the Performing Arts.

Ranked (over and over again) as one
of the best college towns in America, Columbia, Missouri, is home to 36,000+ college students and 118,000 residents. Columbia – conveniently
located approximately 100 miles from both Kansas City and St. Louis – has it all: big-time college sports, film, music and arts festivals, a
high-energy arts community, amazing recreation, and a great downtown with lots of places to eat, shop, snack and check out the latest bands.
The Columbia community offers outstanding health care options, as well as excellent educational opportunities for every level of student
(including our own Children’s
School).

Stephens offers an attractive benefits package that includes health insurance, an Employee Assistance
Program, Supplemental Retirement Annuity, Faculty/Staff Grants, tuition waivers and tuition paid undergraduate classes for dependents.
Full-time staff work 36 hours and are paid for
40!!

Be a part of this amazing community of innovative thinkers,
doers and dreamers.

Stephens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit and employ qualified personnel without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran.

To apply,
visit https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2862047

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