Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer

About the role

The Department of Physical Education & Athletics at Swarthmore College is seeking an Assistant Coach for Men’s Soccer. Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, known for its commitment to academic rigor and social responsibility. The position is part of the NCAA Division III and Centennial Conference.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of the program including but not limited to: competition, practice, and team activities; travel; budget management; recruitment of student-athletes; fundraising; scheduling; etc.
• Perform other essential Departmental duties as assigned by athletics administration
• Foster and promote a healthy, inclusive program culture that prioritizes sportsmanship, integrity, the holistic development of student-athletes, and other core values
• Adhere to rules, policies, and regulations of the Department, Swarthmore College, the Centennial Conference, and the NCAA
• Aid in creating and executing recruitment strategies aimed at building a robust and competitive roster
• Follow Departmental procedures in an effective and timely manner
• Promote the mission and values of Swarthmore College and Swarthmore Athletics
• Ensure all appropriate safety guidelines and standards are followed during practice, competition, travel, and all team activities
• Serve on Department and College committees as needed/assigned
• Assist the Head Coach with coordinating community service initiatives, programming, and/or team bonding activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1-3 years related experience coaching at the collegiate level, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of sport-specific fundamentals, techniques, and safety rules and regulations
• Knowledge of intercollegiate sports, preferably at the Division III level
• Understanding of and adherence to NCAA Division III philosophy, policies, and procedures, as well as those of the Centennial Conference
• Ability to communicate effectively with student-athletes, departmental colleagues, support staff, and various internal and external constituencies
• Recruiting with highly selective academic and athletic standards on a national level, instruct, and motivate student-athletes on sport fundamentals

Benefits

The market range for this position is $50,000-$53,000 per year, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

Act 153 Clearance Required By Position: This position may regularly interact with minors. Under Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law, (23 Pa. Cons. Stat. 6301, et seq.) employees who have direct contact with minors are required to obtain the following background clearances prior to the start of employment:

• Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History (PATCH) through the Pennsylvania State Police
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (PACA) through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
• FBI Criminal History Background Check (FBI Fingerprint)

Education Verification Required By Position: An education verification is required for this position because a college degree is a required qualification for this position.

We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins.

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Wage Range: $50,000 - $53,000 per year

Pay Period: Biweekly

Pay Frequency: Semi-monthly

Payroll Calendar: 12 pay periods per year

Benefits: Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins.

Retirement Plans: Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins.

Tuition Grant Program: Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins.

Tuition Reimbursement Program: Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins.

Paid Time Off (Staff): Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins.

Holiday Schedule: Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins.

Swarthmore College is committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusion so that every member of our community feels a sense of belonging. We actively seek and welcome candidates with diverse perspectives and experiences, exceptional qualifications, and a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society and world.

Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any identity or characteristic protected by law or College Policy.