Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

Position Type: Instructor

College: Trinidad State College

Division: Trinidad State College

Department: TSC Athletics

Campus: Trinidad Main Campus

Location: Trinidad

Salary Range: $15,000 - $17,000

 

Who We Are:

Trinidad State College, located in Trinidad, Colorado, is a state-supported, two-year institution of higher education. The College was established by an act of the State Legislature in 1925, and is the oldest public two-year college in the State of Colorado. The College’s Service Area includes eight rural counties characterized by low population density and small communities. One campus is located in Trinidad and is a residential campus while the other, located in Alamosa, is a commuter campus. Both campuses serve distinct populations. As a comprehensive Community College, Trinidad State College not only offers ongoing transfer Associate of Arts Degree and Associate of Applied Science (vocational) Degree programs but also has developed and implemented numerous successful short-term vocational certificate programs, and totally inclusive adult education and developmental programs.

 

Job Summary:

Serves as the primary assistant coach for the Men’s Soccer program at Trinidad State. Will implement game and practice plans put in place by the head coach, sometimes taking over primary coaching duties if the situation arises. Assist the head Soccer coach in all aspects of coaching, which include teaching the game, assisting in daily practices with drills, technique, and conditioning, recruiting, planning and assisting in game day management. This position is responsible for the supervision of players during road trips. The position will comply with both NJCAA and Trinidad State College rules and regulations. Includes other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Head Soccer Coach or the Athletic Director.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Soccer Coach in the overall administration of the Men’s Soccer program
• Recruit quality prospective student-athletes who are able to succeed both academically and athletically
• Encourage academic achievement and provide academic assistance to student-athletes as necessary
• Monitor academic progress of team members
• Monitor study hall sessions
• Promote youth and college identification Soccer camps during Spring and Summer months
• Assist Head Soccer Coach in planning and conducting positive training sessions
• Plan and conduct positive goalkeeper training sessions
• Assist Head Soccer Coach during travel to away contests
• Scout opponents
• Assist Head Soccer Coach in planning and conducting off-season conditioning program
• Supervise work study positions
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One to three (1-3) years' coaching experience
• College playing experience or familiarity working with student-athletes
• Associate’s degree
• Understanding of the mission of the community college and programs typically offered at a community college
• Proven ability to work as a team player, appropriately exhibiting a positive attitude and sense of humor
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel
• Must hold, or must qualify for and obtain a Colorado Commercial Driver’s License

Application Instructions: 

Special Requirements:
The successful candidate must submit to and successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment background check as a condition of hire

Additional Information/Benefits:

Notice To All Applicants
Former employees of the Colorado Community College system or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on your application/within your application materials. All materials submitted become the property of Trinidad State College and will not be returned. The State of Colorado must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act/1986. If hired, you will be required to provide documents to show your identity and authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired. Colorado fiscal rules require all new employees to be on direct deposit.

CAMPUS SECURITY AUTHORITY
This position has been identified by the U.S. Department of Education as a Campus Security Authority. As a Campus Security Authority, the incumbent in this position is required to report all crimes that they become aware of to the Vice President of Student Affairs, Dean of Students or Human Resources Department at Trinidad State College.

This position must report all incidents, whether directly or indirectly, that you become aware regarding Civil Rights, which includes all sexual misconduct incidences, to the Equal Opportunity/Title IX Coordinator for the College.

This position is responsible for development of student training and awareness programming for the athletic team regarding unlawful discrimination and harassment prevention, which includes sexual misconduct, in collaboration with the Equal Opportunity/Title IX Coordinator for the College as well as the College Athletic Director.

This position is responsible for development of primary prevention and awareness programs for the athletic team for incoming students as well as ongoing prevention and awareness campaigns pursuant to the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act on dating and domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, in collaboration with College staff responsible with overseeing Clery Act compliance.

For information regarding Trinidad State College Security, including crime statistics for the Trinidad and Alamosa campus and surrounding area, please see the Trinidad State College Campus Security website at: -security.html. For a hard copy report please contact View phone number on us.fitly.work

TSJC Mission Statement
Trinidad State’s mission is to enrich the lives of our diverse communities by providing quality educational experiences and promoting lifelong learning.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer a comprehensive selection of benefits to support our employees, including:

Strong, flexible retirement benefits including Colorado PERA's Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan. TSC contributes 20.95% of your salary on your behalf. Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans are also available. Please note student employees are not eligible to contribute to PERA.
Medical insurance is offered to instructors and other variable hour employees who have worked, on average, at least 30 hours per week in a 12-month period. TSC/CCCS uses an initial 12-month measurement period to determine medical benefit eligibility, and a 12-month standard measurement period. Additional information about this, and Life and Disability benefit information can be found at the CCCS Employee Benefits site under “Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information.” Please note that Kaiser and Anthem Blue Priority plans are not offered at TSC.
Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP)
Sick leave is granted in accordance with SB20-205, Sick Leave for Employees, accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.
State employees are eligible to participate in BenefitHub which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources.
Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the Colorado Division of Human Resources website.