Assistant Women's Soccer Coach - Director of Operations

Gonzaga University, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Spokane, WASHINGTON
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Position Title Assistant Women's Soccer Coach - Director of Operations
Posting Number S2194P
Department Women's Soccer
Work Schedule
Employment Status Regular
Temporary or Fixed-Term Assignment End Date
Hours per Week 40
Months per Year 12
Job Purpose
This position assists the Head coach in development and administration of the NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer program. Including, but not limited to, coaching, mentoring, program development, recruiting, public relations, community involvement and administrative and operational duties as assigned in compliance with all university, conference and NCAA regulations.
Target Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week) 47361
Minimum Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week) 47361
Salary Midpoint (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week) 55719
Maximum Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week) 64076


Essential Functions


Essential Function Category Title Operations
% of time for section 30
Function Details
  • Manage completing and maintaining all forms and records as required for NCAA compliance
  • Manage with or manage team travel coordination and logistics
  • Manage with or manage scheduling of practices/team meetings/player meetings/video review working closely with Athletics Facilities staff
  • Manage with scheduling of opponents
  • Assist with or manage 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
  • As an on-campus recruiter, assist with or manage student-athlete recruitment process, 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.
  • Coordinate day-to-day operations and logistics, such as workouts, practice, meals, media, etc.
  • Organize volunteers and managers
  • Coordinate advance scout efforts
  • Complying with all department and NCAA Division I requirements with special consideration for NCAA legislation governing sport-specific noncoaching staff members
  • Annually participate in Title IX education training
Essential Function Category Title Coaching
% of time for section 60
Function Details
  • 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 regards to athletic injury, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention.
  • 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 Function Category Title NCAA Compliance
% of time for section 5
Function Details
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.


Other Functions


Other Functions
Assists other members of the Athletic department during peak periods and with special workload projects
Incumbent may represent the department on University-wide committees or projects as assigned and approved by the supervisor.
Other tasks as requested by the Department.


University Competencies


University Work Values
Promoting Excellence in Academic Endeavors and Professional Practice
• Fostering intellectual depth, competence, reflection, and creativity in pursuing exemplary, rather than satisfactory, outcomes
Sharing Responsibility for Mission Identity and Leadership
• Making a personal commitment to learn about Gonzaga’s mission, discovering ways to contribute individually and collaboratively to our distinctive learning and research community
Affirming a Commitment to Human Dignity
• Engaging one another with profound respect, professionalism, and cura personalis while supporting one another’s continued learning, development, and maximizing of potential
Advancing a Culture of Inclusiveness
• Developing cultural fluencies and global awarenesses, and practicing habits that enable us to value, recruit, and support community members from historically underrepresented backgrounds
Caring for Our Common Home and Integral Ecology
• Growing ecological awareness of and respect for the interconnectedness of human and non-human life, and the need to develop and practice habits that are mutually beneficial to all life
Cultivating Individual and Community Accountability
• Demonstrating mutual commitment to our shared project by holding ourselves and others responsible for actions, expecting appropriate behavior, and aligning activities with ethical and professional standards


Qualifications/Knowledge Required/Years Experience Required


Degree Required Bachelor's Degree
Certifications and/or Licensures required
Valid Drivers License
CPR/First Aid Certification
Knowledge Required Specialist Knowledge in field
Years Experience Required 3-4.99 years
Minimum Qualifications
  • Playing and/or coaching experience in assigned sport with knowledge of rules of the game and playing strategies
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulation;
  • Ability to travel throughout the academic year
  • 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
  • CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire
  • Ability to pass pre-employment background check and physical
Desired Qualifications
International playing and/or coaching experience
Demonstrated experience working in a leadership role in a collaborative environment
Demonstrated experience with sport specific and compliance software
Division I coaching experience
Goalkeeper training
Physical / Environmental Qualifications
The administrative portion of this position is essentially a sedentary job.
Wrist and hand movement related to computer work.
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, stretch, and reach.
Ability to be mobile campus wide for appropriate campus needs.
Ability to travel throughout the country and internationally.


Posting Detail Information


Open Date 01/03/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Review Begins On 01/08/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Statement
Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is a committed EEO/AA employer and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources (509) 313-5996.
Clery Statement
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics
The safety of all members of the campus community is of vital concern to Gonzaga University. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the law enforcement authority of Campus Security, policies concerning the reporting of any crimes which occurred on the campus (and other specified locations), other security and safety-related policies, as well as the crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be found in the Campus Safety and Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report. The Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide is also available.
A copy of the report can be found online at www.Gonzaga.edu/Clery . A paper copy of the Campus Safety & Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report or the Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide may be obtained by contacting the Student Development Office on main campus, College Hall 120. The Florence Guide may also be obtained on the Florence campus in room 105.

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