Associate Head Coach, Men's Soccer - Tulsa, United States - University of Tulsa

Description

The Associate Head Coach, Men's Soccer reports to the Head Men's Soccer Coach and is responsible for all aspects of the University of Tulsa's NCAA Division I Men's Soccer Program.

This position will perform as a positive role model for student-athletes in an upbeat environment which strives for academic and athletic excellence and will establish a professional relationship with student-athletes, staff, alumni and the general public in an effort to promote the university, and its athletic program.

• Responsible for assisting the Head Men's Soccer Coach with the overall management of the men's soccer program including operations, team travel, recruiting, equipment, coaching, scheduling, and budget
• Assist in the daily preparation and coordination of team practices
• Assist in the coordination and management of on-campus (home) men's soccer matches
• Assist the Head men's Soccer Coach and other members of the men's soccer coaching staff in the recruitment of highly skilled student-athletes for the men's soccer team
• Develop and implement programs to assist student-athletes in their transition into the college environment
• Work closely with athletic training, academic and student services, and athletic performance staffs to monitor the progress of student-athletes
• Perform necessary administrative duties
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Men's Soccer Coach

• Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of soccer coaching experience
• Excellent written and oral communication and organizational skills
• Strong self-starter
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with student-athletes, faculty, coaches and administrators

• Master's Degree
• 5+ years of collegiate soccer coaching experience

• Ability to actively participate in on-field coaching sessions, including demonstrating techniques and tactics
• Stamina and endurance to withstand long hours on the field during practices, games, and travel
• Physical fitness to keep up with the demands of training sessions
• Mobility and agility to move swiftly and demonstrate drills effectively
• Strength to handle equipment such as balls, cones, and other training gear, and to assist with setting up and dismantling training areas
• Capability to travel with the team for away games, which may involve sitting for extended periods during bus or air travel