Assistant Men's Soccer Coach - West Point, United States - Army West Point Athletic Association Inc

Army West Point Athletic Association Inc

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West Point, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Summary

The Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting the Head Men's Soccer Coach by coaching Cadet-athletes, recruiting, monitoring Cadet-athletes' academic progress, scheduling, managing travel, overseeing the discipline and conduct of the Cadet-athletes.

This position reports to the Head Men's Soccer Coach.

All the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules, and regulations of the United States Military Academy ("USMA"), Army West Point Athletic Association Inc.

("AWPAA"), the Patriot League Conference ("Conference"), and the National Collegiate Athletic Association ("NCAA").

Scope of Impact

The responsibilities outlined in this job description are integral to the success of the AWPAA Men's Soccer program and AWPAA.

This position has high level influence in the recruiting, coaching and development of the Men's Soccer program.

This person represents the Men's Soccer program at all times in public and is willing to do all duties needed of the program.

Decisions made by this position impact the health and safety of Cadet-athletes and public relations for AWPAA and USMA. Failure to comply with NCAA rules could result in NCAA violations, negative publicity and a negative impact on recruiting.

Decisions associated with designated responsibilities, will be made in conjunction with the Head Men's Soccer Coach and the designated Sport Administrator.

Level of Decision Making

The position is acts as an extension of the Head Men's Soccer Coach and has direct access to the Cadet-athletes.

The employee must maintain a high level of professionalism, moral and ethical character, and be a role model.

Success Factors

Success in this position will be evaluated by the Supervisor on the employee's performance in a variety of areas, including but not limited to: Commitment to AWPAA Mission, Vision and Values; and supporting the AWPAA Strategic Plan and Priority Results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

20% Coaching

Promotes the philosophy and objectives of AWPAA; to include adhering to and enforcing all applicable policies and procedures, as well as rules and regulations of USMA, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Assists the Head Coach the ongoing teaching and instruction of Cadetathletes in the performance of their sport such as, but not limited to, games, practices, individual and team workouts, and conditioning sessions.
Coach and instruct studentathletes individually and in groups and demonstrate game techniques and skills required to be successful.
Plan and attend coaching and practice sessions, games, tournaments, etc. in accordance with NCAA and conference regulations for specified positions.
Develop, recommend, and teach game strategy.
Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of Cadetathletes to support the image and reputation of the department and academy. Responsible for the development, safety and conduct of the cadetathletes within the sport program.
Supervises assigned assistant coaches and other support staff to ensure compliance to applicable rules, policies, and procedures; provides orientation, training and guidance as needed; conducts performance evaluations.

30% Recruiting

Has a large role in the identification, recruitment, and selection of prospective Cadetathletes; ensures compliance with NCAA recruiting rules and regulations; initiates process for determining academic eligibility.
Recruit quality prospective Cadetathletes and ensure timely submission of their academic records for admissions
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5% Academics

Provide an overall positive educational environment for Cadetathletes conducive to learning, athletic development, social growth, and preparing them for life beyond college.
Supervise, in conjunction with the athletic tutoring and advising program, the total academic progress of the team implementing corrective action plans through appropriate staff.

25% Administrative

Work to integrate sports into the whole spectrum of USMA life to complement the AWPAA and USMA mission in the military community.
Assist the Head Coach in the administration of the entire sport program, including, but not limited to daily practices, game planning and implementation, recruiting, equipment management, facilities scheduling, and budget.
Ensures that team travel arrangements are in compliance with USMA, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations, to include monitoring development of travel itineraries and coordination of travel plans.
Ensures safety of Cadetathlete and coaching staff through careful monitoring of the condition of athletics equipment and facilities utilized by designated sport; submits requires for repair, maintenance, and improvement of facilities to facility manager, when appropriate.

15% Engagement/Camps & Clinics