Muhlenberg College Assistant Women's Soccer Coach

Muhlenberg College, a Division III institution and a member of the Centennial Conference is seeking applications for a full-time Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach. Responsibilities include assisting the head coach in all phases of the program within the college, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Coaching & Creating a Positive Student-Athlete Experience?

• Under the general direction of the head coach, provide leadership and support to all facets of the program in advancing the mission of the College and Athletics department.

• Administer a competitive NCAA Division III program in accordance with college, NCAA, and Centennial Conference policies.

• Coach, motivate, counsel, and support student-athletes in realizing their potential for personal growth and development as students, athletes, and members of the Muhlenberg campus community.

• Develop and deliver practices, training sessions, team meetings, and contests (home and away). 

• Assist in film individual and team film analysis including practice film, game film, and opponent scouting reports. 

Community & Alumni Engagement

• Promote strong parent, alumni, and community relations.

• Lead and participate in Divisional and College-wide committees and initiatives.

• Actively participate in fundraising activities in support of the College and Muhlenberg Athletics.

Student-Athlete Recruiting & Retention

• Establish and meet annual recruitment goals, working with the head coach and Assistant Director of Athletics for Recruitment and Retention to ensure long-term recruiting goals are being achieved.

• Maintain recruiting software, monitor the various recruiting services, and analyze national recruiting trends and research/review each area to support recruiting goals.

• Oversee on-campus recruiting, including correspondence and meeting with recruits. 

• Participate in off-campus recruiting, including showcases and camps on a year-round basis. 

Professional Development

• In collaboration with the Head Coach, develop an annual professional development plan that will ensure awareness of trends, best practices, new information, etc. related to athletics, recreation, student development, leadership and diversity and inclusion practices and skills.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Related professional experience, or a combination of professional and athletic experience leading to a similar qualification required.

• Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the Division III philosophy of athletics and adherence to NCAA regulations regarding operation of athletic programs.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and engage with a varied audience, including but not limited to students, parents, College employees, alumni, and community relations.

• Ability to travel and adapt to varying schedules, including evening and weekend hours, in accordance with the needs of the team. 

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive academic and professional environment where all members of our campus community are respected, valued, can succeed, and thrive.

• Successful completion of satisfactory background checks required.