Assistant Soccer Coach/Facilities and Events Coordinator

Posting Details

Position Information

Recruitment Number

1169

Working Title

Assistant Soccer Coach/Facilities and Events Coordinator

Position Type

Staff/Administrative

Appointment Percentage

100%

Division/College

Student Affairs Division

Position Summary

Assistant Soccer Coach (9 month appointment): The position of Assistant Soccer Coach will hold a 50% appointment in the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (“the Department”) and will report directly to UWL’s Head Soccer Coach. The Assistant Coach will assist in the management of daily operations of a Division III intercollegiate women’s soccer program competing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, with responsibilities including, but not limited to, assisting in the planning, recruiting, coaching, developing, implementing, and administering of the soccer program to meet university and Department objectives. They will also be responsible for various administrative tasks associated with running an intercollegiate soccer program, potentially including, but not limited to, the planning of team travel; managing equipment and/or video and technology needs; managing social media accounts; and coordinating camps. The Assistant Coach must conduct themselves in such a way as to enhance respect for the university, the Department, UWL soccer program and UWL student-athletes.

Facilities & Events Coordinator (10 month appointment): The Facilities & Events Coordinator is an essential member of the Athletics department staff as they will administer all aspects of home events and special departmental events in addition to assist in the managing of the Athletic Facilities. This position requires that the Facilities & Events Coordinator effectively communicate with all staff members to create the highest quality home event environment for the 21 intercollegiate teams including all post-season events.

At UWL, we value diverse backgrounds and beliefs, a viewpoint that we hope is shared by our new colleague. The Assistant Soccer Coach/Facilities and Events Coordinator must conduct themselves in such a way as to enhance respect for the University, UWL Athletics, UWL Women’s Soccer and UWL student-athletes. Violation of NCAA, WIAC, and UWL rules may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

The position includes a State of Wisconsin benefits package. The date of first review is February 15, 2019 and will remain open until filled.

Description of College / Department / Program / Division / Unit

The Division of Student Affairs’ role is to enhance and support students learning experience here at UWL . We work closely with faculty, staff, community members, alumni and most importantly, students to provide quality programs and services which promote learning, leadership, involvement, service, and the celebration of diversity. The Division includes several departments: Campus Child Center, Counseling and Testing, Student Health Center, Intercollegiate Athletics, Recreational Sports, Residence Life, Student Life, University Centers, and the Vice Chancellor & Dean of Students office. The staff of the Division is truly student-centered and concerned about the holistic development of the student.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Soccer coaching or playing experience at high school, club, or collegiate level.
• Knowledge of recruiting and coaching strategies.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Experience with, or demonstrated knowledge of facility and/or event management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree.
• Understand or, and commitment to, the NCAA Division III ideal.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and WIAC rules.
• Collegiate coaching or playing goalkeeper experience.
• Collegiate recruiting experience.
• Direct event management experience.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift and move equipment as needed.
• Must be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Working conditions and environment

• Evening and weekend hours are required.
• Travel for recruitment activities is required. The ability to have and maintain a valid driver’s license meeting the criteria for driving a vehicle on University/State business is required. Drive Authorization required upon hire.

Miscellaneous Information

INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS
Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university.
Highlights include:

• excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.
• paid holidays and sick days.
• sick leave may be converted at retirement to pay for health insurance post-work at UWL .
• after 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.
• benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.

Learn more at:https://www.uwlax.edu/globalassets/offices-services/human-resources/benefits-info/2022-quick-guide-faasli.pdf

Benefit eligibility is determined at point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

INFORMATION ABOUT UW-LA CROSSE AND THE REGION
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW–La Crosse) provides a challenging, dynamic, and diverse learning environment in which the entire university community is fully engaged in supporting student success. Grounded in the liberal arts, UW-La Crosse fosters curiosity and life-long learning through collaboration, innovation, and the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge. Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all, UW-La Crosse is a regional academic and cultural center that prepares students to take their place in a constantly changing world community.

UW-La Crosse’s diversity and inclusion efforts are guided by our adherence to Inclusive Excellence. We define Inclusive Excellence as “… our active, intentional and ongoing commitment to bridge differences with understanding and respect so all can thrive." The goals of Inclusive Excellence are to increase the retention of diverse faculty, staff and students while encouraging a campus climate that is inviting and welcoming to all. UW-La Crosse strives to promote acceptance of all facets of diversity from racial/ethnic diversity to diversity of thought and experience. UW-La Crosse ranks 6th nationally among the Top LGBTQ -Friendly Colleges for 2018-19 by AffordableCollegesOnline.org ( ACO ).

For more than a decade UW-La Crosse has been named one of Kiplinger’s 100 Best Values in Public Universities and has appeared prominently on theU.S. News & World Reportlist of “America’s Best Colleges” for more than 15 years, and is ranked #4 on its list of the Best Regional Public Universities in the Midwest.

With a student population of roughly 10,500, the university offers 91 undergraduate programs, 21 graduate programs, and 2 doctoral programs through the following three colleges, the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities, the College of Business Administration, and the College of Science and Health, as well as the School of Education. There are over 600 full-time faculty and instructional academic staff, 75 percent of whom hold terminal degrees. UW-La Crosse boasts a retention rate (freshmen returning as sophomores) of 84 percent, graduation rate (degree within six years) of 70 percent, and is among only 12 institutions cited nationally by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for its success in linking campus culture and university leadership to outstanding graduation rates.

UW-La Crosse’s strategic plan Sustaining Excellence continues to move our community forward through its four pillars: increasing community engagement, achieving excellence through equity and diversity, investing in our people, and advancing transformational education. More information about the ongoing work of Sustaining Excellence is available atwww.uwlax.edu/info/strategic-plan .

The UW-La Crosse campus is located in southwestern Wisconsin, nestled in a residential area of the City of La Crosse and positioned as part of a larger metro area with a population close to 140,000. The area, known as the 7 Rivers Region, is famous for its exceptional natural beauty which includes the Mississippi River on one side, majestic bluffs on the other, and views of rolling farmland and forested valleys in between. Abundant water, woodlands and varying terrain provide ample opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation. Only a couple of hours from Minneapolis or Madison, La Crosse enjoys the affordability and charm of small town living with larger city benefits. Three colleges, two world-class medical institutions, the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra, a restored nineteenth century downtown business district, and a number of galleries and art centers have made La Crosse a regional center for culture, entertainment, medical care, shopping, sports and recreation. More information about the La Crosse metro area can be found here:Choose La Crosse .

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Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, UW-La Crosse does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction records.

Learn more about UW-La Crosse here:https://www.uwlax.edu/human-resources/services/talent-acquisition-and-employment/finalist-welcome/

Duties/Responsibilities

These are the job duties required for the position.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Detail Information

Special Instructions

All application materials must be submitted electronically on UWL’s career opportunities website. Required submission materials include: 1. A cover letter addressing your interest in and qualifications for the position. 2. Resume. 3. Contact information for 3 references, including name, title, telephone number, and e-mail address. All inquiries regarding the position should be directed to: Jason Murphy, Head Soccer Coach, jmurphy@uwlax.edu.

Posting Date

01/19/2022

Close Date

Continuous Recruitment

Yes

Continuous Recruitment First Review Date

02/15/2022

Position Contact Name

Jason Murphy

Position Contact Email

hrinfo@uwlax.edu
Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Reference Contact Information

Optional DocumentsSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of finalists must be revealed upon request. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).
   • I wish for my name to remain confidential until the university is no longer able to do so.
   • I waive my right to keep my name confidential through the application process.
2. * Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse? (UW-L and UW System institutions pay for some or all of the sponsorship costs. Some candidates may require an H1B or another form of employment sponsorship to work in the US. This question is asked so that if you are the successful candidate, Human Resources can work with your work unit to begin the process of obtaining this visa).
   • Yes, I will require sponsorship prior to employment.
   • Yes, I will require sponsorship for continued employment if hired.
   • No, I do not require sponsorship and am eligible to work in the US.
3. * Please provide your most recent employer, supervisor name and contact information, including phone number and email address. (Pursuant to UW System Administrative Policy 1275, UW System requires reference checks related to sexual harassment and sexual violence to be conducted at a minimum with a final candidate’s most recent employer and with all previous UW System institution and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven years. UW-L will notify you prior to contacting your supervisor).
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
4. * Are you currently employed by or have you been employed by a UW System institution or a State of Wisconsin agency during the last seven (7) years? Please answer yes or no. If yes, provide the institution or agency name, your supervisor and contact information, including phone number and email address.
   • Yes
   • No
5. * After you retire from a Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) employer, you may return to work with a WRS employer as a rehired annuitant, provided certain requirements are met. There are no restrictions on what type of position a rehired annuitant can hold. Under the WRS, there is no limit to how much you may earn as a rehired annuitant. (Learn more: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/life-events/empcha/ra/). Are you currently collecting an annuity from the Wisconsin Retirement System, (WRS)?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Are you an alum of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Were you ever found to have engaged in any sexual violence or sexual harassment in a previous work assignment? (Required under UW System Administrative Policy 1275)
   • Yes
   • No
8. * Are you currently under investigation or have ever left employment during an active investigation in which you were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment? (Required under UW System Administrative Policy 1275)
   • Yes
   • No
9. * Are you legally eligible to work in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No