Assistant Coach, Women's Soccer

High Point University is currently seeking a full-time Assistant Soccer Coach. This position will lead student-athletes in their academic, physical and leadership development and promote the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program in a manner that advances the brand of High Point University.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

Experience and Training

• NCAA playing experience strongly preferred
• Coaching experience strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

• Proficient in the technical knowledge of their sport
• Capability to instruct student-athletes and increase their athletic performance
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong technological skills
• Organized
• Growth Mindset
• Detail oriented
• Experience with player recruitment
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :  

• Instructs student-athletes, improving skill, sport performance and leadership
• Assists Head Coach in coaching student-athletes
• Goalkeeper coach
• Counsels team members in academic, disciplinary and personal matters; assists in monitoring the academic progress and eligibility status of student-athletes
• Positive by nature and looks to build relationship
• Evaluates, recruits and recommends prospective student-athletes
• Monitors the conditioning and training of student-athletes
• Participates in analysis of past performance, opponent’s performance, designing game plans/strategies, etc.
• Supervises travel arrangements for team, including housing, transportation and meal arrangements for all players, coaches and staff
• Maintains positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating effectively with students, students’ parents, faculty, co-workers and managers
• Other duties as assigned

ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Leads student-athletes in their academic, physical and leadership development
• Promotes the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program
• May supervise volunteer coaches and/or student assistants

As an employee in the Athletics Department, you will demonstrate a commitment to NCAA rules compliance. You will be subject to disciplinary or corrective action by the University if you are found in violation of NCAA, Big South Conference and/or High Point University's Athletics Department rules. If you are found to be involved in deliberate and/or serious violation of NCAA, Big South Conference and/or High Point University's Athletics Department, you may be reprimanded, suspended for a time with or without pay, or your employment may be terminated.

For more information regarding this position please contact Aaron McGuiness, Head Coach, Women's Soccer, at [email protected].