Position Title

Associate Head Men's Soccer Coach

Requisition Number

20122434

Type of Employment

Full-Time Regular

Number Of Months

12

Months Employed

June through May

Number of Hours per Day/Week

40

Daily Hours

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Summary of Position

Elon University is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as Associate Head Men’s Soccer Coach. The Associate Head Coach will work under the supervision of the head coach to assist with all aspects of the NCAA division 1 program.

Education Requirements

BS / BA required.

Degree/Major

Length of Experience

2-3 years.

Supervisory Experience

No

Supervisory Experience Detail

Special Skills or Experience

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Date

01/04/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

General Purpose of Position

The Associate Head Men’s Soccer Coach is responsible for specifically designated aspects of the sport, exercises independent judgment in providing technical expertise in the fundamentals of the sport, teaching student-athletes basic and advanced skills, and assisting the Head Men’s Soccer Coach in management of the team through recruiting, program development, fund-raising, promotional activities, and related assigned responsibilities. The Associate Head Coach guides and mentors student-athletes throughout the academic year.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assumes responsibility for a particular aspect of the sport as assigned by the Head Coach, planning short and long terms objectives under the leadership of the head coach, demonstrating technical expertise in the basics of the sport, and teaching the fundamentals and advanced level skills and game strategies to student-athletes, recruiting student-athletes, recommending the selection of team members, supervising practice sessions, scouting future opponents, providing expert advice to the head coach and team members, providing guidance or mentoring to student athletes throughout the academic year, coordinating with the Academic Assistance staff members, and monitoring academic progress of participating student-athletes.
2. Protects the integrity of the men’s soccer program and the reputation of the intercollegiate athletics program of the University by ensuring that recruiting activities, student-athlete eligibility determination, scholarships and financial aid programs, scheduled practice sessions, and related activities governed by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) are in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations as well as applicable conference rules and University policies.
3. Reduces the likelihood of sports-related injuries or the aggravation of such injuries during practice sessions and scheduled contests by being knowledgeable of the injuries sustained in the sport and proper prevention methods, supervising appropriate pre-training session and pre-contest preparations and warm ups, and referring injured student-athletes to qualified sports medicine personnel or athletic trainers.
4. Promotes a positive image of the intercollegiate athletics program and the University through participation in community and professional organizations, representing the University at professional meetings as required, promoting participation in community service activities by student athletes, and supporting established athletic fund-raising goals by actively participating in fund-raising events and promotional activities for intercollegiate athletics, assists in the formulation of team and department fundraising activities, as directed by the Head Coach and the Director of Athletics.
5. Contributes to the overall success of the University’s intercollegiate athletics program by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach.

Education and Experience

BS / BA required.

Does this position require driving for the university?

Yes

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

Elon University has built a national reputation as the premier student-centered liberal arts university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon’s 6,700 students prepare to become the ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe. Elon is known for academic excellence across the curriculum, and for experiential learning programs in study abroad, undergraduate research, leadership, interfaith dialogue, civic engagement and community service. Elon is ranked the nation’s #1 master’s-level university for study abroad and is a top-producer of Fulbright Student Scholars and Peace Corps volunteers. U.S. News & World Report recognizes Elon more than any other university in the nation for academic programs that “Focus on Student Success.” More than 425 full-time faculty members teach in six academic units: Elon College, the College of Arts and Sciences; the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business; the School of Communications; the School of Education; the School of Health Sciences; and the School of Law. Elon’s four-year graduation rate of 78 percent ranks in the top 10 percent of U.S. private universities. The student-faculty ratio is 12-1, and the average class size is 20. The university’s 636-acre residential campus in the Town of Elon, N.C., is consistently recognized as one of the nation’s finest environments for learning. The Elon Phoenix NCAA Division I athletic program is a member of the Colonial Athletic Association.