Head Men's Soccer Coach

Overview

Mount Marty University is pleased to accept applications for the next Head Men's Soccer Coach. The Head Coach is responsible for organizing and directing all aspects of a successful and competitive soccer program in a manner consistent with the philosophy, rules and regulations of the university, the NAIA, and the GPAC.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct a successful program and exercise supervision of the program in a manner which is in accordance with the philosophy, rules, and regulations of the university, the NAIA, and the GPAC.

• Recruit high quality, competent student-athletes, maintaining communication with the Admissions office. This will include knowing and informing potential student-athletes of eligibility, academic and university standards.

• Make a recommendation to the Athletic Director on the amount of athletic award to be issued to each athlete. Inform, in writing, any suspension or reduction on grant to the Athletic Director.

• Assist student-athletes with their integration into the academic, spiritual, and social dimensions of Mount Marty University.

• Represent the university at appropriate community and sporting events, assisting in fundraising and engagement opportunities.

• Ensure the appropriate time and resources are being given to the Junior Varsity program.

• Complete the NAIA Coaching with Character exercise, and be sure all assistants have also completed the program.

• Work with the Athletic Director and the women's soccer coach to prepare and maintain a budget. This will include fiscal responsibility with such things as team travel and equipment/supplies. The proper budget processes must be followed for requesting funds and submitting receipts. This will also include treating sensitive material as highly confidential.

• Prepare a season schedule and submit it to the Athletics Director for approval.

• Work with the FAR to confirm the eligibility of athletes before allowing them to participate in scrimmages, junior varsity or varsity contests.

• Submit a list of eligible team members to the Athletic Director and FAR at least 2 weeks in advance of the first contest.

• Have a comprehensive academic monitoring program to ensure student-athlete success.

• Develop and supervise an off-season weightlifting, conditioning and skills improvement program.

• Immediately inform the Athletic Director of problems related to athletes.

• Require all athletes to pass a physical examination before participating in practice or contests.

• Work with trainer in arranging doctor appointments for athletes and maintain a record on the status of injuries. Assist Trainer in processing insurance claims.

• Supervise the work of your manager during the season and provide the Athletics Director with a complete inventory at the conclusion of the season.

• Work with SID to supervise the statistician.

• Assume responsibility of having all team members (athletes, coaches, managers) read, understand, and sign the appropriate MMU Code of Conduct and/or NAIA Champions of Character pledge.

• Build and maintain rapport with students, faculty and staff.

• Enhance professional growth by attending clinics, workshops and also working at camps and clinics which can promote the visibility of Mount Marty University.

• Possible supervision of home events and other duties, as assigned by Athletics Director; general supervision of the home athletic events.

• Submit an annual report to the Director of Athletics reviewing the work of the year and making recommendations for the future.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience in coaching
• Strong management and budgeting skills
• Commitment to the mission of Mount Marty University

About MMU

Located on a beautifully maintained 80-acre campus along the bluffs of the Missouri River, Mount Marty's hallmark is outstanding teaching, small class size, and a strong commitment to the liberal arts in the Catholic Benedictine tradition. The University has been noted regionally for its strong nursing programs. The campus is minutes away from Lewis & Clark Lake, one of South Dakota's most popular recreation areas, and is within driving distance of the Twin Cities and Omaha.

Applicants must submit a letter of application, resume, and the names and e-mail addresses of three reference online at Careers at Mount Marty. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. More detailed information about Mount Marty University including the mission statement, can be found at http://www.mountmarty.edu.