Under supervision of the Head Women’s Soccer Coach, provide assistance in the leadership of all coaching, recruiting, and administrative duties for a nationally competitive Division III women’s soccer program. Individual reports to the Head Women’s Soccer Coach. Secondary duty to be assigned and will report to the Deputy AD (or designee) in that area.

This position is a visible one that carries significant influence and thus requires strong character and work ethic.

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people;
• Assist in organizing, preparing and conducting practices, training, and competitions;
• Develop and implement in-season and out-of-season training programs for Centre Women’s Soccer student-athletes, to including sport specific training and coordinating with the Sport Performance staff;
• Successfully recruit student-athletes in accordance with all Centre College, Southern Athletic Association, and NCAA rules and regulations;
• While assisting in leading, monitoring, and coordinating training and practice sessions, ensure all appropriate safety guidelines are followed;
• Oversee successful implementation and analysis of the data and technology piece of Centre Women’s Soccer using VEO, HUDL and any other soccer specific technology to better the program;
• Game day duties to include assist with setting up the field, working with GK’s, and making sure rosters and VEO are ready;
• Assist with the holistic development of soccer student-athletes;
• Represent the program and the College to students, parents, alumni, and the general public;
• Assist in managing the daily operations and administration facets of the soccer program – including but not limited too – recruiting, field set-up, and equipment management;
• Actively participate in department-wide fundraisers;
• Demonstrate an appreciation for and sensitivity to an inclusive academic community, fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff from all social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Secondary duty to be assigned;
• Assist in all duties as assigned by the Head Coach or the Director of Athletics.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with previous collegiate experience required; previous collegiate soccer coaching experience preferred.
• CPR, AED, and First-Aid certifications will be required prior to September 1, 2025;
• Valid driver’s license required prior to employment – and maintained throughout.

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of the sport of soccer and its playing rules;
• Ability to foster a team environment; demonstrated coaching skills in sport of soccer;
• Commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy of athletics; 
• High integrity and ethical standards are required, along with enthusiasm for the mission of Centre College and Centre Athletics;
• Knowledge of NCAA and SAA rules and regulations, and a demonstrated ability to recruit, retain, and mentor student-athletes are essential.
• Additional qualifications include communication skills that allow for the ability to teach, motivate, and counsel student-athletes effectively as well as being self-motivated, positive, energetic, eager to teach, and a willingness to travel.
• Ability to foster a team environment as well as the ability and desire to work successfully within a team-oriented athletic department is essential.
• Fully embrace and practice the department’s priorities of Recruit, Educate, Train, Compete, and Inspire.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to strike balls and work with a position group as determined by the Head Coach.
• Moderate physical activity. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Standing and or walking for more than four hours per day. Ability to drive a car. Visual acuity to view a screen. Work, as appropriate, nights and weekends.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Caregiver Support Program and Employee Assistance Program
Long-Term Disability

Holiday Shutdown Period
Staff Education and Development
Tuition Benefit for Dependent Children 
Gym Access
Pet Insurance
Free Library Access
Campus Bookstore Discounts
Discounted Norton Center Subscription Packages

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