What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Women's Soccer Coach position at Sam Houston State University?
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202500021ES
Title
Head Women's Soccer Coach
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Department
Athletics
Division
Office of the President
Open Date
03/27/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or related field with a minimum of eight years professional coaching experience in respective sport. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Serves as Head Soccer Coach and be responsible for all total activities, operations, and policies of the program. Represents the Athletic Department at conference, state, and national levels.
Primary Responsibilities
The primary duty of this position is teaching/coaching student athletes to perform in Soccer. Duties involve directing, planning and implementing the overall operation of the program. Recommends and manages a budget within University fiscal policies. Operates programs within university, state, and national guidelines. Fosters program that promotes a positive image of the University and its mission. Manages available athletic scholarships within requirements of the conference. Recruits quality student-athletes in adequate numbers to ensure that team performance is capable of meeting institutional goals. Monitors all team travel arrangements. Works closely with assistant coaches to assure their understanding and compliance of associations and conference rules and regulations. Work includes responsibility for planning interrelated activities and coordinating staff functions. The exercise of judgment is an important factor in the performance of duties since undesirable consequences or losses may result from errors in judgment. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of soccer rules, compliance regulations, and conference and NCAA rules and policies. Will be required to organize and direct two fund raising events or camps a year. Expected to develop an appropriate rapport with community and University personnel. Must be knowledgeable of all NCAA and conference rules. Must adhere to NCAA and conference bylaws. Must be supportive of institutional compliance and academic programs. Must report all NCAA and conference violations to proper personnel.
Serves at the pleasure of the Athletic Director. Evaluation of performance is based broadly on employee’s contributions to the team’s performance.
This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/42984
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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