Club Coach - Soccer

Saint Josephs College of Maine invites applications for the position of Club Coach Soccer.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Club Coach supports the department of Athletics by providing leadership and team management; managing sport program development and performance; ensuring athletic department collaboration and compliance; and fostering community engagement and promotion.

Provides Leadership and Team Management by:

Leading all aspects of the sport program including coaching training and game strategy ensuring alignment with college and NCAA
(or equivalent) standards
Developing implementing and evaluating practice plans that foster the athletic development of each player while building team chemistry
Mentoring supporting and evaluating studentathletes in both their athletic and academic endeavors
Overseeing recruitment efforts for prospective players engaging with high schools community programs and recruiting events
Managing the scheduling of practices games and team events in coordination with Athletic Department personnel
Ensuring a positive team culture that values respect discipline and inclusivity
Regularly meeting with athletes to discuss progress performance and goals for development
Supervising assistant coaches providing guidance and constructive feedback to support their professional growth

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors degree is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 5 years of coaching experience at the collegiate level or a comparable competitive environment
National coaching certification (sport specific or equivalent) preferred
CPR/First Aid certification required

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES:

Demonstrated commitment to promoting studentathletes academic athletic and personal success
Indepth knowledge of the sport techniques strategies and rules at the collegiate level
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop studentathletes
Ability to support and strengthen the mission of Saint Josephs College
Consistent attendance at teamrelated events and activities Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to engage diverse audiences
Ability to manage and organize multiple tasks and priorities effectively
Strong interpersonal skills with a commitment to fostering a positive inclusive and supportive team environment
Commitment to continuous learning and staying current on best practices in coaching studentathlete development and wellness Knowledge of safety protocols related to physical conditioning and sport injuries
Computer competence in word processing database management and electronic mail
Must demonstrate teamwork skills and a willingness to help others
Posses a positive attitude to foster a cohesive working environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive situations
Tolerates work related stress effectively and maintains selfcontrol/professionalism

About Saint Josephs College of Maine

Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1912 Saint Josephs College is Maines only Catholic college. Located on the shores of Sebago Lake in Standish Maine the 460acre campus offers 46 undergraduate programs and a Division III athletic program to approximately 800 oncampus students. In addition to its oncampus offerings Saint Josephs College provides certificates undergraduate and advanced degrees to approximately 1200 working adults residing throughout the United States and in more than 20 other countries through its online learning program.

Saint Josephs College of Maine seeks to attract retain and develop personnel who support itsmissionand are committed to nurturing highly competent and deeply compassionate leaders ready to serve in a vulnerable world. Inspired by the life and vision of Catherine McAuley it welcomes persons from all backgrounds as part of its community which is guided by the following values:

• to seek and embrace truth and wisdom wherever it may be found;

• to combine faith with reason in the pursuit of academic excellence;

• to commit ourselves to honesty in all relations with each other;

• to welcome the perspectives cultures and abilities of all people of good will especially the disenfranchised;

• to value and respect the contribution of each member of the community;

• to reach out beyond the Colleges boundaries to serve the needs of others with compassion and mercy;

• to address instances of injustice that impact people and the earth in solidarity with those we serve and from a position of informed advocacy.

Saint Josephs College of Maine is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing an inclusive work environment that supports a diverse faculty and staff. We consider all qualified applicants and employees for hiring placement and advancement without regard to a persons race (including traits associated with race including hair texture Afro hairstyles and protective hairstyles) color religion ancestry or national origin age genetic information military status sex or gender pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression disabilities familial status protected whistleblower activity previous assertion of workers compensation claim genetic information protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

In order to be considered for the position submit a cover letter and resume electronically by clicking on Apply. Be sure to also read and sign the PreEmployment Statement. Offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check. Specific questions may be emailed to: or call.