Head Women's Soccer Coach

The Emmanuel College Department of Athletics seeks a full-time head coach of women's soccer. The head coach is responsible for the leadership, direction, instruction, supervision, and coaching of the women's soccer program. Highly qualified applicants have proven experience in recruiting, retaining and coaching diverse student athletes. Qualified candidates also have experience in fundraising, alumni engagement, and a thorough understanding of the rules and regulations set forth by the NCAA.

The head coach will also be responsible for all aspects involved in running a soccer program, including budget management, travel, and equipment needs, and supervision of assistant coaches. It is essential this person uphold the values of the College and the department while building athletes of character who contribute in the classroom and in the community.

• Responsible for the management and administration of an intercollegiate women's soccer program
• Create a dynamic and inclusive recruiting plan for the soccer program. Lead the effort to recruit the most high-achieving student athletes, including those from geographically and demographically diverse populations.
• Analyze performance and successfully instruct athletes in game techniques and strategies in preparation for and during athletics competition
• Develop student athletes of character who are committed to fostering a campus environment of respect and inclusion
• Demonstrate the desire and initiative to learn new functions to advance coaching skills. Show commitment to excellence in carrying out duties and responsibilities
• Mentor and coach future leaders by providing guidance, feedback and support to maximize performance and establish a supportive environment for professional development.
• Understand students' academic needs, identify any issues that may occur, and provide direction and guidance when necessary
• Create strategies to successfully reach fundraising goals that are collaboratively developed between the head coach, director of athletics and the director of development.
• Comply with all guidelines, rules, and regulations set forth by Emmanuel College, the GNAAC, and the NCAA
• Demonstrates understanding of the importance of a diverse workforce to the college's overall success
• Responsible for game-day management as needed throughout the academic year
• A secondary responsibility within the Department of Athletics will be added, depending on the qualifications of the applicant.

• Bachelor's degree required
• Experience working within a successful collegiate soccer environment preferred
• Successful track record of fostering and maintaining working relationships with various athletic constituents
• Working knowledge of rules and regulations governing collegiate soccer
• Outstanding organizational, communication, writing, interpersonal, and analytical skills and the capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and to exercise sound judgment and discretion