Assistant Coach for Men's Soccer

Job Description

The Oberlin College Department of Athletics and Physical Education invites applications for the position of Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach. This is a full-time, 12-month Administrative and Professional Staff position, reporting to the Head Men’s Soccer Coach and working with the Associate Vice President for Athletics Advancement and Delta Lodge Director of Athletics & Physical Education.

Oberlin College student-athletes are fiercely committed to both academic excellence and competitive athletics. We seek a coach who values this balance and is dedicated to supporting scholar-athletes as they strive for success in the classroom and in their sport.

Are you a deeply committed coach with a passion for your sport and a strong dedication to supporting scholar-athletes? If so, be part of a community that champions both academic and athletic excellence.

This position will report directly to the Head Men’s Soccer Coach and be responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all aspects of the program – coaching, recruiting, and administration. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Helping student-athletes develop athletically, academically, and personally

Coaching and coordinating practices during the traditional and non-traditional seasons

Match preparation, match management, and video analysis

Recruiting and retention of student-athletes

Social media outreach

Travel planning

Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Preference will be given to candidates with successful coaching, playing, and recruiting experience at the college level
  • Applicants should be open to working hours that include a combination of days, nights, weekends and travel
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently
  • Ability to interact positively with student-athletes, parents, colleagues, alumni, and the public
  • Comply with all College, NCAC, and NCAA rules and regulations.