Head Women’s Soccer Coach

Overview

Head Women’s Soccer Coach, University of South Carolina Upstate, Spartanburg, SC. The Head Women’s Soccer Coach is responsible for the overall administration and success of the women’s soccer program. The primary purpose of this position is to teach and coach student-athletes, plan practices, develop strategies for skill enhancement, lead conditioning, monitor student-athlete academic progress, recruit student-athletes, schedule opponents, develop and manage the team budget, develop community relationships, participate in fund-raising activities, administer camps and clinics, and administer team regulations for the women’s soccer program.

• Directs all scheduling for the program (competition, team travel, practice and conditioning, etc.) and coordinates with the men’s soccer program as necessary.
• Ensures academic success of student-athletes in conjunction with the academic support staff.
• Monitors program’s budget and expenditures and forecasts budget planning as required.
• Directs all recruiting initiatives for the program (off-campus evaluations and contacts, phone calls, letter writing, e-mail communication, on-campus visits, evaluations, scholarship offers, etc.).
• Directs all coaching within the program (practice, competition, skill development, conditioning in conjunction with strength and conditioning staff, etc.).
• Fund raises for the program through solicitation of support and participates in various fundraising events (outreach to alumni, clinics, athletic auction, golf tournament, U Club, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned by sport administrator or Director of Athletics.

Job Related Minimum Required

Education and Experience:

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job-related field and 5 or more years of job-related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job-related certification, training, education, and/or experience. A valid driver’s license and good driving record are required. A successful background check is required.

• Master’s degree, college level coaching/playing experience and USSF or NSCAA coaching license preferred.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations preferred.

Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations, exceptional interpersonal skills, computer skills and strong written and oral skills.

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The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: