Assistant/Associate Head Coach, Men's Soccer

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Free lunch Fridays: LU employees are eligible for a free meal on Fridays at the Evans Commons Dining Hall or Spellman Dining Hall; Chick‑fil‑A and Qdoba included. Professional development opportunities through Lindenwood Learning Academy. Job Title Summary Job Title: Assistant/Associate Head Coach, Men's Soccer Department: Athletics Evaluation Group: Coach FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Head Coach, Men's Soccer Positions Supervised: N/A Job Summary The associate head coach helps the head coach with all activities of the designated program, including but not limited to recruitment and retention of student‑athletes; monitoring of student‑athletes’ academic progress; striving for competitive success; management of budget; and ensuring the program’s compliance with University, Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) guidelines. The associate head coach serves as the head coach when the head coach is not present. Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Student‑Athlete Academic Success Prioritizes, promotes, and actively supports student‑athlete academic achievement. Assists the head coach with managing all aspects of the intercollegiate athletic program, including monitoring academic success, retention, and graduation progress; implements action plans with the appropriate academic staff when necessary. Follows appropriate academic policies and effectively collaborates with the Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) and NCAA academic coordinators to resolve conflicts. Competitive Success of Sport Identifies, evaluates, and recruits student‑athletes for success at Lindenwood University. Imparts to student‑athletes the fundamental philosophy, skills, and knowledge essential to the sport. Produces a high‑performing team capable of meeting and maintaining competitive expectations as determined by the University athletic administration. Acts in accordance with the athletic code of conduct and exhibits a professional and sportsman‑like manner. Administration Maintains current knowledge of and adheres to the policies, procedures, bylaws, regulations, and rules of Lindenwood University, Intercollegiate Athletics, the NCAA, and Conference Office. Completes all program administrative responsibilities according to procedures. Supports the head coach by operating a fiscally responsible program and providing leadership for the team’s fundraising activities and program advancement initiatives. Manages game scheduling for future years and processes contracts according to procedures. Properly cares for, stores, distributes, and maintains a detailed inventory of team equipment, uniforms, and supplies. Serves as point of contact for the program for all administrative units in the absence of the head coach. Communication, Collaboration, and Q2 Service Excellence Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence. Models, supports, and holds others accountable to the University’s values – integrity, dedication, excellence, creativity, and teamwork – and to Athletics values: responsible, original, all‑encompassing, and relentless. Promotes and takes pride in the Athletics department. Anticipates needs of students, colleagues, and administrators; takes ownership to respond promptly. Community Relations and Engagement Establishes effective relationships with the community while positively representing the program, department, and University. Creates experiential learning opportunities for student‑athletes by actively engaging or participating in campus and/or community outreach projects and events. Maintains effective relationships with alumni and works to keep them engaged with the University. Employee Management and Development Leads training and development of assistant coaches and director of operations. Encourages and supports assistant coaches toward engaging in professional growth opportunities in conjunction with the performance evaluation process and the establishment of development goals. Job may require other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements may be designated by position. Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum 3 years collegiate coaching experience required. Division I experience preferred. Playing experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities May be representative, but not all‑inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform this job competently. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. Well‑versed and knowledgeable in matters pertaining to the sport and governing body. Ability to use discretion and sound judgment. Strong leadership skills. Strong collaborative skills. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the community, faculty, students, and staff. Strong creative skills. Ability to take initiative. Highly developed analytical and organizational skills. Computer skills. Ability to develop student‑athletes to compete at conference, regional, and national competitive levels. Work Environment Standard business hours. Evening, weekend and holiday work. Physical Abilities Physically demanding. Ability to perform, teach, and demonstrate technical aspects of assigned sport. Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Equal Opportunity Employer Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination‑free educational work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.