Description

Summary/Objective

All positions in the Department of Athletics are responsible for helping student-athletes fulfill the stated missions of Southwest Baptist University and the Department of Athletics.

Essential Job Duties (Head Men's Soccer Coach)

• Recruits student-athletes

• Provides sport-specific instruction during practices

• Coaches student-athletes during scheduled games and/or contests

• Serves as primary contact for scheduling games

• Ensures a balanced budget

• Monitors academic progress of student-athletes

• Makes travel arrangements for the program

• Complies with all rules and regulations of the NCAA, GLVC, and SBU

• Assists in activities hosted by SBU to facilitate recruitment

• Works in cooperation with department members to strengthen all sports programs

• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality

• Sets an example of a Christian lifestyle for students, staff, and faculty

• Demonstrates commitment and adherence to Southwest Baptist University's Principles and Expectations

• Performs duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Supervisory Responsibility

The Head Men's Soccer Coach supervises the GAs and student workers assigned to the program.

Position Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's Degree

• Knowledge of NCAA rules

Preferred

• Master's Degree

• Coaching experience

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in a typical office and athletics environment.

• Must be available for frequent travel during the season and recruiting periods. Night and weekend work required.

• Must be able to work in loud, crowded game environments.

• Must be able to work outdoors.

• Must be able to travel long distances by plane, train, or automobile.

• Must be able to interact with and instruct team members in drills, play formations, and game preparation.

• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently.

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to operate and/or maneuver equipment used for the daily training of student-athletes in the sport of soccer.

• Must be able to operate standard office equipment such as a personal computer, copier, printer, etc.

• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and hold a valid Missouri Driver's License.

• Must be able to climb stairs, work in varying temperatures, and sit and stand for long periods of time