Part-Time Head Women's Soccer Coach - WVU Potomac State College

Potomac State College located in Keyser, West Virginia is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time Women's Head Coach.

About the Opportunity

The Head Coach of Women's Soccer is responsible for initiating various aspects of the Women's Soccer program, such as recruiting, scheduling opponents, training, coaching team members, setting up pre-game and breaking down post-game, maintaining cleanliness of the gym before and after games and practices. The Head Coach will represent WVU Potomac State College in a professional manner and abide by the rules and regulations established by West Virginia University, the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), and NJCAA Region 20. They will also support the Director of Athletics with the implementation of the athletic program and mentoring of student-athletes.

What You'll Do

• Responsible for all aspects of coaching a collegiate soccer team
• Actively recruit new student-athletes to WVU Potomac State to maintain a full roster
• Actively monitor and encourage academic progress, retention, and graduation of student-athletes
• Organize and conduct a year-round practice/conditioning program that adheres to the rules set forth by NJCAA
• Monitor and discipline conduct of student-athletes
• Report scores/results
• Supervise and assign duties to assistant coaches
• Order, inventory, distribute, and collect equipment at end of season
• Organize fundraisers to supplement annual budget for the team
• Conduct camps to promote the program, build community relations, and provide extra income to offset budget constraints
• Participate in campus events
• Participate in community service events
• Engage with the local community as a representative of WVU Potomac State College
• Other jobs as assigned by the Director of Athletics
• Driving of campus vehicles required including potential transportation of student-athletes to practices, competitions, or other related events.

Appointment Length: 10 months

Work Hours: 15 hours per week

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Candidates with a degree in sports management, physical education, athletic coaching, or recreation will be shown preference
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience involving:
  • Coaching experience required
  • Collegiate playing or coaching experience preferred
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate skills on court for practice
• Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing
• Basic knowledge of the following computer programs: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to complete tasks that have set deadlines
• Strong ability to attract and recruit student-athletes
• Ability to develop student-athletes and retain them as students
• Understanding of how to develop a competitive sports program
• Ability to work well in a team environment

• Valid driver's license
• First Aid/CPR
• Coaching certifications preferred
  

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.