Assistant Soccer Coach

About the role

Brenau University seeks a dedicated and experienced coach to lead a team in accordance with the university's mission and NCAA Division II (NAIA) guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and retention of athletes consistent with university, AAC, and NAIA guidelines
• Coaching of team, including attendance at all practice sessions and team-related functions
• Evaluation and recruitment of potential student-athletes, including on-campus hosting and evaluations
• Assistance with athlete performance in games/competitions
• Providing articulation, advocacy, and problem-resolution for student-athletes
• Keeping accurate records of student-athlete participation and general team data
• Staying current with rule changes, training techniques, and game strategies in their respective sports
• Adhering to university policies and procedures
• Assuming additional department responsibilities as assigned by the head coach

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year institution
• Clear understanding of and commitment to the NAIA philosophy and role of athletics within the university’s mission
• Appropriate coaching licenses and necessary certifications for the designated sport
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and develop athletes
• Able to communicate with other coaches, players, parents, and organization members

Qualifications

• No supervisory responsibilities required

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Leadership and motivational skills
• Knowledge of relevant sports rules and strategies

Benefits

Details available at Brenau University’s benefits page.

Pay

Salary-Exempt (paid bi-weekly)

Schedule

Half-time (20 hours per week), 10-month appointment (August - May)

Environmental and Working Conditions/Physical Demands and Aptitudes

• Long periods of physical exertion
• Work is performed inside and outside in all weather conditions
• Prolonged periods of standing required
• Ability to travel short distances
• Repetitive motion
• Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

Title IX Implications

Responsible employee: Any employee who is not a confidential employee. For more information, see Brenau University’s Title IX page.

Special Requirements

• Background Checks: Criminal background check required
• Credit Checks: Required for positions handling university funds or credit cards
• Motor Vehicle and Driving Checks: MVR run as part of the new hire process or if driving for Brenau purposes
• Drug Screening: Pre-employment/post-offer drug screen and random drug screen for certain sensitive positions
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel required, including overnight stays and occasional driving for team events, recruiting, etc.

Additional Requirements

• N/A

Licensure Requirements

All positions will be filled pending budgetary review. Proof of any professional degree, license, or certification (Credentials) required to competently perform the work for which the employee is hired must be submitted at the time of application for the position. Discovery during the course of employment that applicable Credentials have lapsed, been terminated, were misrepresented, or were falsified may result in immediate termination of employment.