What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach - Temporary position at Union College?
Supports the Head Coach in all aspects of running a competitive collegiate soccer program.
Work Days: Varies
Shifts: Varies
Hours Per Week: 20-25
Weeks Per Year: 16
Position Title: Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
Pay Status and Classification: Non-exempt, Temporary
Supervisor: Head Men’s Soccer Coach
Position purpose: Supports the Head Coach in all aspects of running a competitive collegiate soccer program. This includes, but is not limited to, recruiting, training, mentoring student-athletes, and administrative duties. Helps foster an environment that promotes the physical, mental, and academic growth of the players.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
- Coaching and Player Development: Assists in planning and conducting practice sessions. Provides individual and group instruction focused on skill development and team strategy during games, practice, and training sessions. In partnership with the Interim Head Coach evaluates player performance and provides feedback.
- Administration: Assists in organizing and managing team logistics, including travel arrangements and equipment. Provides support in the developing and implementing game strategies. Fosters a positive and inclusive team environment.
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in coaching and playing soccer, preferably at the high school or collegiate level preferred.
- Possess solid organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Understanding of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and regulations.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends is required.
- Physical requirements: Ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 30 lbs.) and stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time.
- A valid New York State driver’s license is required.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- The ability to foster and enhance a thriving, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community, while promoting a sense of belonging among students, alumni, faculty, and staff colleagues.
Compensation:
The rate for this position is $15.50 an hour. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Location: Schenectady, NY
We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.
We offer exceptional benefits including:
- Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
- Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays
- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
- Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
- Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development
- Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
- Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents
Background Checks: In accordance with our
background check policy
, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.
E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
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