Adjunct Faculty - Head Women’s Soccer Coach

About the role

The Head Women’s Soccer Coach is responsible for all phases of the women’s soccer program in accordance with the National Junior College Athletic Association’s (NJCAA) rules and philosophies. Reporting to the Athletic Director, the head coach will provide program direction and vision, establish Student-Athlete recruitment strategies and goals, oversee and supervise assistant and volunteer coaches, assist with Student-Athlete academic success, create competition strategies and practice plans, deliver coaching direction to student athletes, coordinate with sports information and training staffs, assure proper oversight of practices and games and assure full education of and compliance with NJCAA and Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the activities of the women’s soccer program in the planning, organizing and coaching of the Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) women’s soccer team.
• Ensure compliance with college, conference, and NJCAA policies and regulations.
• Support the academic success of student-athletes at GRCC.
• Maintain and purchase athletic equipment within annual plan and budget guidelines with approval from the Athletic Director.
• Assign or intake team athletic equipment when appropriate, communicating any equipment/apparel issues with the Athletic Director and Equipment Manager.
• Assist the Athletic Director in scheduling non-conference competition by appropriate timelines to allow other administrative needs to be met (event management, athletic trainer, officials, travel, lodging, meals, etc.).
• Submit practice schedule to Athletic Director for approval.
• Follow all Ford Fieldhouse space request procedures.
• Assist in the collection of proper documentation needed to establish each student athlete’s eligibility.
• Submit student-athletes for GRCC, MCCAA and NJCAA awards.
• Assume responsibility of off-season activities when approved and scheduled by the Athletic Director.
• Supervise the team and individual athletes while in the locker room, during practice, games and when traveling.
• Attend all practices, games, tournaments and scheduled team activities.
• Attend college, conference, and NJCAA meetings as assigned by the Athletic Director.
• Represent GRCC at athletic events upon request.
• Follow all GRCC and Athletic Department policies and procedures.
• Maintain high standards and uphold the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct and the GRCC Student Code of Conduct.
• Submit written proposals to the Athletic Director for recruiting trips, camps & clinics and other fundraising initiatives.
• Communicate and follow-up with the Athletic Director on team matters requiring approval and input.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Three or more years of soccer coaching experience required.
• Colege head coaching experience preferred.
• Colege recruiting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NJCAA or NCAA eligibility and compliance preferred.
• Administrative experience preferred.
• NJCAA experience preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of NJCAA or NCAA eligibility and compliance preferred.
• Administrative experience preferred.
• NJCAA experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Sit or stand for long periods of time.

Mental Demands

• An understanding of and appreciation for the community college philosophy and student population.
• An interest in working with diverse student populations, who represent a wide range of age, ethnicity, national origin, and ability.
• A commitment to serve the Kent County community.
• Demonstrated responsiveness, initiative, and organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to perform routine and unexpected duties.
• A willingness and an ability to learn college systems.
• High energy level with enthusiasm and an interest in helping and supporting students and colleagues.
• Ability to work under pressure while possessing mature judgment and flexibility in regards to interruptions and schedule changes.
• Must use good judgment in handling sensitive or difficult situations in a professional manner.

Working Conditions

• Ability to travel to various locations for recruiting, games and practices, leaving at various times.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to attend post season competition and overnight trips.

Benefits

• Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsite gym membership.
• Continuous Learning: Career development and educational opportunities.
• Retailment Plans: Secure your future with our retirement options, including the state retirement plan.