To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or other accommodations to apply for employment, or for an interview, at Michigan Technological University, please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or humanresources@mtu.edu.
Job Description Summary
Assist the Head Women’s Soccer Coach in overseeing the direction of the
Varsity Women’s Soccer program at the NCAA Division II level. This includes
duties such as recruitment, practice/game preparation, practice/game
implementation of coaching principles, fund raising, promotions, public and
alumni relations and other areas assigned by the Head Women’s Soccer Coach.
Must be able to make an immediate positive impact on the program. Additional
duties include teaching activity classes in the KIP department.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other Duties May Be Assigned)
1. Plan, organize and administer the University’s Women’s Soccer program
Assist with program budget, equipment/apparel inventory, purchasing and distribution
Coordinate the recruitment of Women’s Soccer student-athletes on a national
basis, including on-campus recruit visits
Assist and/or lead team, small group and individual training sessions; lead GK
training
Develop and implement Women’s Soccer practice sessions to determine needs for individual and team improvement
Collaborate with the Strength & Conditioning coaching staff to assist with in season and off season training programs
Evaluate Michigan Tech and opposing team capabilities to determine game strategy and manage/prepare team for competition; determine strategy during games in consultation with Head Coach
Coordinate travel arrangements (lodging, meals, bussing, Itinerary, etc) for team travel
Uphold university values and expectations as a staff member and mentor to student-athletes
Enhance and promote the internal and external visibility and recognition of the University and team to a variety of alumni, campus and off-campus groups
Actively organize and participate in fundraising and alumni activities
Provide necessary resources to monitor and promote the academic success of student-athletes
Act as social media liaison for Women’s Soccer Program
Represent and act on behalf of the University as directed by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director
Teach activity classes in the Department of Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology
Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous
Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives.
Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.
Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives. **
Demonstrated commitment to holistic development of student-athletes at the youth or collegiate level ensuring a positive experience where student-athlete welfare is paramount.
Demonstrated ability to foster a positive and enthusiastic team attitude
Experience with film editing, office software and soccer specific video analysis software
Excellent professional, interpersonal, communication, organizational and administrative skills
Superior written and oral communication and public relations skills
Ability to run training sessions (individual, small groups, team and goalie)
Mental agility and dedication to ingenuity
Demonstrated strong work ethic
Demonstrated commitment to comply with all NCAA rules and regulations
Demonstrated excellent decision making capabilities
Ability to create positive relationships throughout the program
A passion for the success of student-athletes
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff
Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment.
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Desirable Knowledge, Skills, And/or Abilities
Commitment to continued personal and professional development
Experience being a goal-oriented charismatic, self-disciplined, willing risk taker with a genuine interest in the success of all students
A positive attitude towards innovation and creativity
Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints. **
Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands** WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Required Training And Other Conditions Of Employment
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
Required University Training:
Employee Safety Overview
Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
Annual Data Security Training
Annual Title IX Training
Required Departmental Training:
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 3 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
Required University Training:
Employee Safety Overview
Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
Annual Data Security Training
Annual Title IX Training
Required Departmental Training: *
If applicable, insert required departmental training here…
Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Other Conditions Of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)
1.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Appointment Term
Shift
Pay Rate/Salary
Negotiable
Title of Position Supervisor
Head Women's Soccer Coach
Posting Type
Internal & External
Dependent on Funding
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Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)