Head Men's Soccer Coach

This position has been filled - Job#: 46

Job Summary

Millikin University seeks a Head Men's Soccer Coach. This position will have overall responsibility to develop and operate a competitive intercollegiate program by recruiting, retaining, teaching and mentoring quality student-athletes in the program. The Head Coach will also manage the Men's Soccer staff effectively and efficiently. Primary Responsibilities: 1.Recruit and retain athletically skilled and academically qualified student-athletes into the men’s soccer program. 2.Oversee the men’s soccer operating budget with integrity. 3.Develop and implement modern and effective soccer techniques and strategies through practices and competitions. 4.Arrange transportation and practices schedules in context of department guidelines, working with appropriate departmental and institutional personnel. 5.Establish and maintain effective relationships with local media, high school coaches, the Decatur community and the extended Millikin University community to promote the soccer program in a positive manner. 6.Comply with all applicable Millikin University, CCIW and NCAA rules, regulations and policies. 7.Develop a competitive season schedule of non-conference games within the NCAA Division III philosophy. 8.Attend all departmental, conference and other professional meetings. Other Duties: 1.Perform a second duty as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Minimum Position Qualifications :

• Master’s degree preferred; Bachelor’s degree required
• Three years of college coaching or equivalent
• Extensive knowledge of the sport of soccer
• Ability to recruit and retain quality soccer student-athletes
• Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively to various audiences
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in a team atmosphere in the Athletic Department
• Strong commitment to the University and NCAA Division III philosophy
• Demonstrated commitment to the academic and athletic success of the student-athlete