Assist head coach with organization and supervision of the men’s soccer program including: recruitment of qualified student-athletes with a commitment to academic success; compliance with NCAA, PSAC, and SRU rules and regulations; coaching and teaching both instructional skills and team concepts; counseling and mentoring student-athletes throughout the academic year; scouting; budgeting management; fundraising activities and promotions; organizing and directing camps and clinics; and other duties as assigned. Slippery Rock University is not able to sponsor a work visa for coaches.
Minimum Qualifications
Goalie Coaching Experience; Bachelor degree; minimum two seasons of successful collegiate soccer coaching experience; working with diverse populations; and successful performance in an interview.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree, two seasons+ Goalie coaching experience, preferably two years at the collegiate level. Experience with the PSAC. Ability to show successful recruiting track record and experience. Hold a valid soccer coaching license.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Must provide contact information for 3 current references. Official transcripts will be required from the recommended candidate before hiring for position. Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police) background check, Act 151 (Child Abuse) background check, and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment. Slippery Rock University is not able to sponsor coaches for a work visa.
The Rock’s Intercollegiate Athletics Program is an integral part of the institution’s total educational mission. Seventeen men’s and women’s sports are offered providing diverse opportunities to accommodate students’ needs and varying interests. The University is a National College Athletics Association (NCAA) Division II institution, as well as a member of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). The Philosophy of Rock Athletics embraces the NCAA Division II “Life in the Balance” and the concept of the “student-athlete” being a “student” first, as well as the principles of ethnic diversity, gender equity and requirements of Title IX, and nondiscrimination based on sexual orientation. The physical and mental welfare of the student-athlete is of the highest importance. Fair play and sportsmanship are emphasized along with the strict compliance with the rules and regulations of the NCAA and PSAC.
