Job Title
Assistant Soccer Coach Part-Time
Agency
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Department
University Athletics - Soccer
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Texarkana, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Assistant Coach provides assistance to the head coach with all areas of team administration and management, including practice sessions, conditioning workouts, monitoring of student-athletes academic progress, and evaluation and recruiting of prospective student-athletes for the team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assist the head coach and other staff members with routine administrative responsibilities of the assigned sport program and management of the men/women's team.
* Coaches at the direction of the head coach, provide instruction, demonstration and teaching the sport's dynamics to student-athletes to ensure maximum potential of individuals and the team.
* Recruits and scout's prospective student-athletes from high school, junior and community colleges.
* Makes recommendations to the head coach regarding potential of student-athletes.
* Stay current, understand, and adhere to all NAIA guidelines and maintain up-to-date rosters, and other information required by athletic department. Will report any violations of these established rules, which may arise, to the proper officials.
* Assist head coach in coordinating team travel, arranging competitive schedule, organizing and scheduling practice sessions, updating and maintaining student-athlete recruiting databases, updating and maintaining files (both hard copy and video) of opponents.
* Assist in implementing and maintaining a comprehensive public relations program.
* Assist in managing the operations of sport camps and/or clinics.
* Assist in soccer fund-raising and booster events in accordance with NAIA, Red River Athletic Conference, and institutional rules, policies, and procedures.
* Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations concerning student-athlete conduct, appearance, road games, punctuality and other areas.
* Assist in transportation of athletes to/from athletic events, which may include driving a full-size passenger van or other large capacity vehicle.
* This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Minimum Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* One (1) year previous high school, collegiate or higher-level coaching and playing experience.
* General knowledge of NAIA and NCAA rules.
* Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
* Oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.
* Must have a State of Texas or Arkansas class "C" vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
* Acceptable driving record and periodic completion of van safety course
* Ability to maintain confidentiality.
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