Graduate Assistant - Women's Soccer Coach

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head Women’s Soccer Coach, this position assists the head coach and assistant coach with all aspects of running a successful Division I Women’s Soccer program. Maintain effective interpersonal relationships with administration, faculty, staff and student-athletes. Comply with all NCAA, Horizon League, UW System and UW-Green Bay rules and regulations. Display professional sportsmanlike conduct during athletic events.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities -Provide technical expertise and utilize sound coaching methods aimed to improving the athletic performance of student-athletes during practices and games. -Team Support -Assist with planning and supervision of in-season and out of season practice sessions; team and individual practices -Assist with scouting of opponents and creation of a game plan for each game Organize and schedule team functions/team calendar -Fundraising/Marketing -Assist in fund-raising for the Women’s Soccer team and Athletics department; attend fundraising events as requested by Head Coach and Director of Athletics -Participate in marketing and promotion activities to generate fan support -Participate in promotional and public relations events deemed necessary by the Head Coach Physical Demands:

-Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time -Able to demonstrate techniques in sport when necessary -May be asked to participate in practice drills Working Conditions and Environment:

-This position requires travel and could include nights and weekends. -Organizational Competencies – STANDARD ACROSS THE INSTITUTION -Adaptability and Change: Constructively work through ambiguity and unexpected challenges. Approach change and new situations as positive opportunities for learning or growth. -Collaboration and Teamwork: Foster teamwork, cooperation, and positive work relationships. Reinforce and give credit to team members for their contributions. -Promote collaboration between related units while providing services to both internal and external constituents. -Communication: Communicate effectively through various communication mediums (oral, written, etc.). Listen with an intent to understand, and seek and provide feedback. -Creativity and Innovation: Draw from a variety of resources to come up with new ideas and approaches. Use opportunities to expand knowledge/skills and share information with others. -Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze information and develop solutions to problems within the work environment. Demonstrate the ability to delegate and prioritize work. -Integrity and Trust: Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and reliability when performing work duties and interacting with others. Exhibit excellent judgment including sensitivity to personal and confidential information. -Responsibility: Demonstrate personal commitment to quality service, responsible stewardship of the institution’s resources, and institutional excellence. Adheres to timelines and carries through on expected job duties. -Valuing Diversity and Inclusion: Work effectively and respectfully with individuals across diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. Demonstrate and promote respect and the practice of civility in the workplace. Appreciate and promote inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence.

Required

Bachelor’s Degree
Working knowledge of NCAA and Horizon League rules and regulations
Excellent organization and verbal communication skills
Able to work cooperatively with others and take direction from supervisor and Director of Athletics and/or his or her designee

Preferred

Playing experience at the intercollegiate level in soccer
College Level GK Playing or training experience