Intern/Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

Job Summary: To assist the head coach in overseeing and developing an intercollegiate athletic program for the remainder of the 2024-2025 academic year.  Implement and demonstrate a competitive skill and spirit.  Represent Hanover College within the membership of a conference and the governing body of the NCAA.

Essential Functions:

• Assist the head coach with the day-to-day activities of a D-III men's soccer program.
• Assist the head coach with different aspects of on the field coaching, game day assignments and recruiting.
• Assist head coach with responsibility for functioning within a set budget, game and practice preparation, and knowing and abiding by conference guidelines and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Assist head coach in initiating changes that will improve the quality of the program and the experience of the student-athlete.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform general duties to ensure the quality, safety, and the development of the program and the experience of the student-athlete.
• Promote a positive image of Hanover College and represent the College in accordance with the College's mission, principles, and strategic plan.
• Support and advocate for the College's diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, goals, and mission.
• Complete duties as assigned by head coach.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Athletics.

Job Qualifications:

Education, Certifications, Training, Experience:  

• Bachelor degree required
• Previous successful college/high school playing and or coaching/teaching experience preferred
• Candidate must be able to demonstrate job-related experience and/or commitment to equity and inclusion in the work environment

Skills, Competencies, Abilities

• Have the ability to coach, teach, and recruit with in the philosophy of Division III athletics anda highly selective liberal arts institution
• Demonstrate knowledge of the game and dedication to the development of the total student-athlete
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good time management skills
• Responsive with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Proficient computer skills

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Climbing of stairs
• Walking to/from buildings, playing fields, across campus, etc.
• Some evening and weekend work as well as overnight and/or out-of-town travel
• Lift up to 25 pounds

Hanover College is committed to providing equal access to its educational programs, activities, and facilities to all otherwise qualified students without discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. An Equal Opportunity employer, the College also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.) Hanover College prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.