Assistant Soccer Coach

Job Summary:

To assist the head coach in the administration and operation of the Women's Soccer program, consistent with the policies of Miami University, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, and other appropriate governing bodies, i.e., Mid-American Conference.

This position specifically supports the mission of the University and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics by assisting in institutional compliance with NCAA and Conference rules and regulations.

Duties/Physical Demands:

• Participate in the administration of the program by:
• Assisting in all aspects of recruitment of prospective student/athletes for the program; specifically, by evaluating talent at tournaments and high schools, creating correspondence, managing files, evaluating film, assisting during campus visits, and developing contacts for the program
• Assisting in practice and game preparation, including but not limited to training goalkeepers
• Coordinate team travel
• Uploading and breaking down of team and individual film
• Assisting in heart rate monitor technology
• Ordering and distributing Nutrition
• Office management
• Scheduling, organization and administration of camps and clinics
• Assisting the head coach in conducting the program in accordance with all NCAA rules, including attendance at compliance meetings, appropriate record keeping for recruiting and competition/practice seasons, successfully completing the annual NCAA certification test, and assistant in the education of student/athletes about NCAA rules
• Participating in department activities, including service on committees and attendance at all scheduled meetings
• Participating in other duties assigned by the head coach and athletic administration.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree
2. Experience playing or coaching soccer at the high school level or above

Desired Qualifications:

Collegiate coaching experience and/or playing experience and the ability to train goalkeepers

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive work environment

Diversity Statement:

Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all.

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EO/AA Statement/Clery Act:

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

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Benefits Eligible:

Yes