Head Women's Soccer Coach

Colby- Sawyer College, an NCAA Division III institution with 20 varsity sports primarily competing in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC), is searching for a Head Women’s Soccer Coach. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of building, leading and sustaining a highly competitive, Division III women’s soccer program; on and off the field. This position will assist the Director of Athletics the long-term planning and development of the women’s soccer program; an additional administrative area will be assigned. 

Responsibilities

• This position will be responsible for managing all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division III women’s soccer program, including but not limited to; practice planning, recruiting, game day management, scheduling, and fundraising
• Provide leadership and mentorship to students and staff, fostering academic excellence, personal growth and professional development within the department
• All aspects of successful budget management
• Coordinate fundraising initiatives, alumni relationships and assists with promotion of the team or athletic program as needed regionally and nationally
• Work cooperatively with personnel in the Athletics department, attends department meetings, institutional events and activities, and always represents the college positively when interacting with the community, alumni, other higher education institutions, high school and club coaches, media and general public
• Support the institutional and department commitment to retention, academic success, integrity, sportsmanship and the graduation of student-athletes
• Responsible for establishing job standards for subordinate staff and effectively evaluating staff/assistant coaches

Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor's degree; Master's preferred
• Head or assistant women’s soccer coaching experience at the collegiate level
• Good executive skills, as well as a strong leadership foundation
• Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student-athletes is required
• Valid driver’s license at appointment and willingness to drive fleet vehicles
• CPR, first aid, and AED certified one month prior to appointment