Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

Georgia Southwestern State University is a state university serving a diverse population of students, offering a range of strong undergraduate and graduate programs in a vibrant learning environment. The University is a collegial community that values collaboration and community engagement with an emphasis on faculty, staff, and student interactions. An active student body and state‑of‑the‑art amenities enhance the learning experience on a visually appealing campus located in historic Americus, Georgia.

Job Title: Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

Location: Americus, Georgia

Employment Type: Regular, Full-Time

Job : 299460

This position is responsible for assisting in coaching the university's men's soccer program.

• Assists in planning and managing practices and game day activities. (40%)
  • Instructs, coaches, and motivates players.
• Recruits student athletes. (20%)
  • Attends high school games.
  • Evaluates players.
  • Communicates with coaches and players.
• Advises and monitors the academic progress of student athletes. (10%)
  • Provides advice and support to struggling students.
  • Monitors student athletes’ community service.
  • Ensures compliance with eligibility requirements.
• Maintains equipment and supply inventory. (5%)
  • Purchases program equipment.
  • Submits requisitions for equipment purchases.
• Coordinates team travel. (10%)
  • Reserves transportation for away games.
  • Prepares expense reports and travel authorizations.
  • Coordinates meals and hotels.
• Instructs courses in the College of Education. (10%)

Baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field required.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

More than one year of related experience required.

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing intercollegiate sports.
• Knowledge of college‑level athletic program management principles.
• Knowledge of men's soccer rules and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and job‑related software programs.

• Skill in the coaching and training of student athletes.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal‑opportunity employer. The University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans’ status, disability or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and other regulations which prohibit discriminatory employment practices.