Details
Posted: 21-Jun-22
Location: New London, Connecticut
Type: Full-time
Preferred Education: Masters
Categories:
Coaching
Coaching - Soccer
Sector:
Collegiate Sports
Mitchell College is seeking an experienced Head Men’s Soccer Coach who demonstrates leadership abilities by creating and maintaining a positive learning environment for all student athletes. Under indirect supervision, this position is responsible for all aspects of the Men’s Soccer program. This position reports directly to the Director of Athletics, keeping them well-informed of all planning, organizing, and development of Mitchell College’s Men’s Soccer program. In addition to coaching, the incumbent will be responsible for recruiting and administrative duties, in accordance with Mitchell College, New England Collegiate Conference (NECC) and NCAA Division III regulations.
Responsibilities and Duties:
•Oversees the identification, evaluation and recruitment of potential soccer student-athletes
•Directs all aspects of the coaching of the program
•Coordinates the physical development of each student-athlete through appropriate strength and conditioning, and practice sessions
•Administrative duties related to active coaching
•Advises and counsels student-athletes academically, athletically and socially
•Monitors the academic progress of each soccer student-athlete
•Directs all aspects of the management of the program
•Fiscally responsible for all areas of the volleyball budget, including budget proposal, accounting and expenditure
•Coordinates all travel arrangements for team trips
•Recommends and oversees the purchase of new equipment, supplies, and uniforms
•Oversee summer camps and team fundraising
•With the Director of Athletics oversees the development of the competition schedule
•Represents the College at meetings
•Maintains a visible presence at department functions, College open houses and College events
•Is a visible, fully integrated member of the College community
•Performs all other duties as assigned, including ancillary responsibilities like SAAC Advisor and Game MGT
As a small liberal arts college, Mitchell developed its distinct educational approach over almost 80 years, blending a tradition of mentoring with an expertise in teaching diverse learning styles to create a highly individualized model that benefits all students. Mitchell is committed to the broader community through building strong, creative and cooperative partnerships. Located on a beautiful waterfront campus in historic New London, it is also home to championship NCAA Division III athletics and the Duquès Academic Success Center which includes the renowned Bentsen Learning Center.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field required, MS degree preferred
- Minimum of 2–3 years of coaching experience, preferably at the college level
- Collegiate playing experience preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain
effective working relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
- Current and valid driver’s license
- Current First Aid, CPR & AED certification
Key Skills / Knowledge:
Standard computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.)
Front Rush – is a required tool for all Head Coaches – they must maintain an active recruiting database, current roster and alumni database.