Saint Leo University

Job Description Summary

The Head Coach of Women’s Soccer organizes, conducts, and supervises all aspects of a Division II Women’s Soccer program within the parameters designated by the University, the Sunshine State Conference (SSC), and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Job Description

Duties and Tasks:

• Train and guide student-athletes in the individual skills and techniques of the sport.
• Develop team strategies and game tactics.
• Educate student-athletes on proper nutrition for collegiate athletic performance.
• Guide student-athletes in effective strength and conditioning training.
• Coach student-athletes on time management strategies to balance academic and athletic responsibilities.
• Mentor team captains in leadership development.
• Instruct, monitor, counsel, and assist student-athletes to ensure they meet satisfactory academic progress and eligibility requirements.
• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to support the academic progress and personal development of student-athletes within the program.
• Foster a positive and productive team environment.
• Recruit student-athletes capable of graduating from the institution.
• Schedule opponents to achieve a balanced mix of home and away, conference and non-conference, and regional games.
• Monitor the academic success of student-athletes.
• Maintain knowledge of, and adhere to, all University, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Support the philosophy, goals, and mission of the University and its intercollegiate athletics program through compliance with NCAA Division II, SSC, and Saint Leo University policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of coaching tactics and techniques.

Skills:

• Well-developed interpersonal communication skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to recruit student athletes.
• Ability to motivate student-athletes.
• Ability to prioritize practice plans, recruiting and game management.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer programs.

ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

NOTICE:

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total 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. Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center
• Eligibility based on meeting required service period

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