Job Summary:
The primary responsibilities of the Head Women’s Soccer Coach at Cisco College are to organize, administer and coordinate all aspects of the soccer program. General duties consist of developing and improving athletic opportunities for soccer student-athletes; examining, researching, and making recommendations for improving the current soccer program; preparing and administrating the annual soccer budget; oversight and development of a recruiting strategy that fits with the Cisco College philosophy for student recruitment; and developing a cooperative working environment with the faculty and other departments of the College.
A commitment to the comprehensive role of the community college as stated in the College Mission will be demonstrated through contributions to the College such as advising, committee work, and collaborating with faculty to encourage student success. Cooperation and working harmoniously with College and School District personnel and the public are imperative for the success of the soccer program. The Head Soccer Coach is expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner, and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. All Cisco College employees are expected to follow College policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines that relate to the specific position.
Primary Duties
1. Organizes and administers all phases of the soccer program.
2. Organizes recruitment of student soccer athletes in accordance with the NJCAA rules and regulations. Develops and assigns geographical areas for recruitment and determines recipients of soccer scholarships.
3. Prepares soccer competition schedule and organizes travel arrangements for all out-of-town games and practices.
4. Coordinates all strategic aspects of the soccer program. Organizes, prepares, and conducts individual and team practices, training, and conditioning.
5. Manages the purchase of all soccer equipment, the care of equipment and facilities, and the reconditioning of equipment.
6. Serves as principle spokesperson for the soccer program promoting the College through contact with local businesses, civic groups, boosters, alumni, high schools, and other colleges and universities.
7. Develop relationships with other soccer programs in order to facilitate opportunities for our soccer student-athletes.
8. Examine and research potential for recommendations for improving our soccer program.
9. Develop a plan for administering our soccer program within the budget provided for our soccer program.
10. Ensures and stresses compliance with NJCAA rules and regulations, as well as conference rules and regulations, governing the soccer program.
11. Provides leadership in carrying out the mission and policies of the College and maintain a close working relationship with the Athletic Director in understanding the intent of those policies.
12. Develop and maintain a congenial working relationship with the faculty in order to improve student learning by encouraging academics as a priority for soccer student-athletes.
13. Participate actively in the College’s Institutional Effectiveness Program and other committee work as may be assigned.
14. Communicate clearly and effectively using the College’s network.
15. Faculty instruction responsibilities, as assigned.
16. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Experience coaching soccer at the college level.
2. Excellent organizationalskills.
3. Knowledge of NJCAA rules and regulations.
4. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
5. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
6. Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally-accredited institution.
For candidates who do not meet the minimum qualifications, a combination of education and experience providing comparable knowledge and abilities will be considered.
Preferred Additional Qualifications
1. Master’s Degree
2. Teaching experience at the college level.
3. Active participation in relevant professional activities and organizations.