Title: Assistant Men's Soccer Coach, Athletics

VP Area: Other Men's Sports

Department: Men's Soccer

Work Schedule: Athletic Coach - Hours vary depending on season

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employee Classification: Regular full-time (staff 30+ hours)

Hours per week: 40

Months per year: 12

Job Purpose:

Assists the Head Coach in the development and administration of the University's Soccer Athletic Program. Including, but not limited to, coaching, mental training, mentoring, recruiting, public relations, community involvement and administrative duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• 55% - Coaching
  • Assists in developing sport specific systems and strategies, with emphasis on tactical components and instruct student-athletes on these systems and concepts as well as rules and fundamentals of the game/event in order to develop the student-athlete and achieve personal and team goals.
  • Evaluate student-athletes to identify strengths and deficiencies, and design instructional opportunities to teach student-athletes how to improve technical and strategic execution.
  • Provide individual skill instruction, supervision, and motivation to student-athletes.
  • Assists in preparing and coordinating annual, seasonal, monthly, weekly, and day-to-day practice planning and design.
  • Assist in conducting conditioning programs, in coordination with strength and conditioning staff, encompassing recognized and approved methods of improving power, speed, strength and aerobic performance, consistent with industry safety and health standards.
  • Assist with all practice sessions while incorporating basic sport strategies, as is deemed appropriate.
  • Incorporate position/event specific learning opportunities into daily practice design as directed by head coach including instruction on techniques.
  • Foster an environment which develops the whole person.
  • Assist in maintaining a close working relationship with the athletic trainer and strength & conditioning staff in regard to athletic injury, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention.

• 20% - Administration
  • Assist with or manage completing and maintaining all forms and records as required for NCAA compliance.
  • Assist with or manage team travel coordination and logistics.
  • Assist with or manage scheduling of practices/team meetings/player meetings/video review working closely with Athletics Facilities staff.
  • Assists with Fall and Spring scheduling of opponents.
  • Assist with or manager video exchange and film related aspects of scout reports and player development.
  • Assists in planning, coordination, and execution of all approved Alumni and fundraising events/activities.
  • Assists in maintaining and monitoring information required for NCAA eligibility of each student-athlete and inform the athletes on NCAA rules and regulations.
  • In coordination with assigned academic advisor, assists in monitoring the academic performance of student-athletes to assure graduation.
  • In coordination with the Equipment Manager, assist with monitoring the condition of equipment and requesting repairs or replacement as necessary.
  • In coordination with Athletics Facilities staff, assist with monitoring the condition of sport-related facilities and locker room.
  • Keep current in knowledge about issues affecting the athletic program, including internal and external events, discussions and concerns.
  • Assists in maintaining a close working relationship with the SID regarding media relations, public relations, promotion, and awards to promote intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the University.
  • Assists in periodic review and evaluation of program goals, analyzing findings, identifying areas requiring improvement, and pursuing more efficient methods and processes.
  • Annually participate in Title IX education training.

• 15% - Recruiting
  • Assist with or manage student-athlete recruitment process.
  • As an NCAA certified recruiter, successfully research, scout, evaluate and contact prospective student-athletes while operating within the scope of the department, conference and NCAA regulations at all times.
  • As an on-campus recruiter, collaborate with other department and university staff in designing official and unofficial visits in compliance with all university, conference and NCAA regulations.
  • Establish and develop relationships with appropriate high school and junior college officials, amateur club coaches, and coaches within the sport's national governing body for public relations purposes, thus positioning the university nationally.
  • Develop, maintain, and use master recruit databases to support decision-making, assessments, evaluations, and program review.

• 10% - NCAA Compliance
  • Employees of Gonzaga University's Athletic Department must comply with all NCAA rules and regulations, and acknowledge this compliance as part of an evaluation process.

• Additional Duties as Assigned by the Department

Educational Requirement:

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Years of Related Experience Requirement:

• 3 years
• In lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education. 

Certifications and/or Licensures:

• Valid drivers license
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of sport-specific coaching techniques, player development strategies, and tactical instruction.
• Ability to evaluate student-athlete performance and develop individualized training plans that improve technical, physical, and strategic skills.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to coordinate practices, team travel, scheduling, recruiting activities, and program operations.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules, regulations, eligibility requirements, and compliance standards, with the ability to maintain accurate records and ensure adherence to policies.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to effectively recruit prospective student-athletes and collaborate with coaches, staff, campus partners, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive, and student-centered environment that supports the academic, athletic, and personal development of student-athletes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess program needs, improve processes, manage multiple priorities, and contribute to the overall success of the athletic program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Goal keeper coaching/training skill development
• International playing and/or coaching experience
• Demonstrated experience working in a leadership role in a collaborative environment
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience of domestic and/or international recruiting
• Demonstrated experience with sport specific and compliance software
• Coaching license or certification from USSF or NSCAA.
• Division I coaching experience

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Often (50%-75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Often (50%-75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds): Rarely (1%-49% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: 51,774

Pay Range:

Minimum Salary (Annualized 12 months and 40 hours/week): 51774

Midpoint Salary (Annualized 12 months and 40 hours/week): 64717

Maximum Salary (Annualized 12 months and 40 hours/week): 77660

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement?: True

Is this position eligible for a signing bonus?: True

At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.

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Title: Assistant Men's Soccer Coach, Athletics

Area: Other Men's Sports

Department: Men's Soccer

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

Employee Classification: Regular full-time (staff 30+ hours)

Appointment Percentage:

Months per year: 12

Salary Range: The budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is $XXX. The internal salary range is 51,774.

Review Date: XXX

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement?: True

Is this position eligible for a signing bonus?: {bOther9}

At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.

Job Purpose:

Assists the Head Coach in the development and administration of the University's Soccer Athletic Program. Including, but not limited to, coaching, mental training, mentoring, recruiting, public relations, community involvement and administrative duties as assigned.

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Essential Functions:

• 55% - Coaching - Assists in developing sport specific systems and strategies, with emphasis on tactical components and instruct student-athletes on these systems and concepts as well as rules and fundamentals of the game/event in order to develop the student-athlete and achieve personal and team goals. Evaluate student-athletes to identify strengths and deficiencies, and design instructional opportunities to teach student-athletes how to improve technical and strategic execution. Provide individual skill instruction, supervision, and motivation to student-athletes. Assists in preparing and coordinating annual, seasonal, monthly, weekly, and day-to-day practice planning and design. Assist in conducting conditioning programs, in coordination with strength and conditioning staff, encompassing recognized and approved methods of improving power, speed, strength and aerobic performance, consistent with industry safety and health standards. Assist with all practice sessions while incorporating basic sport strategies, as is deemed appropriate. Incorporate position/event specific learning opportunities into daily practice design as directed by head coach including instruction on techniques. Foster an environment which develops the whole person. Assist in maintaining a close working relationship with the athletic trainer and strength & conditioning staff in regard to athletic injury, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention. - (Essential)
• 20% - Administration - Assist with or manage completing and maintaining all forms and records as required for NCAA compliance. Assist with or manage team travel coordination and logistics. Assist with or manage scheduling of practices/team meetings/player meetings/video review working closely with Athletics Facilities staff. Assists with Fall and Spring scheduling of opponents. Assist with or manager video exchange and film related aspects of scout reports and player development. Assists in planning, coordination, and execution of all approved Alumni and fundraising events/activities. Assists in maintaining and monitoring information required for NCAA eligibility of each student-athlete and inform the athletes on NCAA rules and regulations. In coordination with assigned academic advisor, assists in monitoring the academic performance of student-athletes to assure graduation. In coordination with the Equipment Manager, assist with monitoring the condition of equipment and requesting repairs or replacement as necessary. In coordination with Athletics Facilities staff, assist with monitoring the condition of sport-related facilities and locker room. Keep current in knowledge about issues affecting the athletic program, including internal and external events, discussions and concerns. Assists in maintaining a close working relationship with the SID regarding media relations, public relations, promotion, and awards to promote intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the University. Assists in periodic review and evaluation of program goals, analyzing findings, identifying areas requiring improvement, and pursuing more efficient methods and processes. Annually participate in Title IX education training - (Essential)
• 15% - Recruiting - Assist with or manage student-athlete recruitment process. As an NCAA certified recruiter, successfully research, scout, evaluate and contact prospective student-athletes while operating within the scope of the department, conference and NCAA regulations at all times. As an on-campus recruiter, collaborate with other department and university staff in designing official and unofficial visits in compliance with all university, conference and NCAA regulations. Establish and develop relationships with appropriate high school and junior college officials, amateur club coaches, and coaches within the sport's national governing body for public relations purposes, thus positioning the university nationally. Develop, maintain, and use master recruit databases to support decision-making, assessments, evaluations, and program review. - (Essential)
• 10% - NCAA Compliance - Employees of Gonzaga University's Athletic Department must comply with all NCAA rules and regulations, and acknowledge this compliance as part of an evaluation process. - (Essential)

Minimum Qualifications:

Playing and/or coaching experience in soccer with knowledge of rules of the game and playing strategies
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulation
Ability to travel throughout the academic year and summer
Strong communication skills to effectively work with a diverse work force and student-athlete population
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to motivate student athletes
Demonstrated ability to be self- directed and detail-oriented

Preferred Qualifications:

Goal keeper coaching/training skill development
International playing and/or coaching experience
Demonstrated experience working in a leadership role in a collaborative environment
Demonstrated knowledge or experience of domestic and/or international recruiting
Demonstrated experience with sport specific and compliance software
Coaching license or certification from USSF or NSCAA.
Division I coaching experience

Educational Requirement:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Often (50%-75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Often (50%-75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Rarely (1%-49% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

Required Application Materials: