Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
Illinois Wesleyan University, a NCAA Division III institution and member of the College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin, invites applications for the full-time, 10-month position of Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach. Assist the head coach in all aspects of the program, including, recruiting, team-management, training, tactics, travel and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Director. This is a full time, on-campus position. Generous benefits include health, retirement, considerable time off and access to multiple tuition programs for self and dependents.
Responsibilities:
- Player/individual team development; assist in maintaining team and individual needs throughout the year; help develop and teach team tactics, assess the effectiveness, and suggest adjustments; work with head coach on daily practice/training schedule and provide opportunities for skill development; assist head coach in inventory and maintaining of equipment
- Recruiting for University & program; identify potential student athletes via outreach to high school, club coaches recruiting sites and research; coordinate recruit visits, travel to high schools and club competitions; execute recruiting plan via social media, phone calls, emails, mailings and in-person/on-campus to bring in 8-10 student athletes per year; assist head coach in creating developing marketing messaging and materials for program
- Retention of student athletes in program; meet regularly with student athletes about academics, life and goals; create positive balance between athletic and academic responsibilities; mentor and assist students in finding resources for development and planning; create and foster positive experience for all students in the program
- Alumni relations and fundraisers with former men’s soccer student athletes, families, and friends of the program; regular communication and assist in fundraising efforts; coordinate alumni soccer events to maintain connections
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree is required
- Minimum of three years of experience at the collegiate level or high school, head coaching preferred
- Overnight and weekend hours, as needed
- Valid driver’s license
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please download the application at www.iwu.edu/human-resources/Positions.html. Please include a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and the position is open until filled.
Illinois Wesleyan University
Human Resources
209 Holmes Hall
1312 Park Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
Fax 309-556-1710
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The final candidate must pass a pre-employment background investigation.
Salary $36k-$40k, based on experience
An overview of IWU benefits can be found here. Illinois Wesleyan University does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment for this position. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.
Illinois Wesleyan University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a community that values a wide range of perspectives and backgrounds among our outstanding faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to contributing to and enhancing our community in these areas. Illinois Wesleyan University is an EEO Employer. Illinois Wesleyan University’s sexual misconduct policy may be accessed at www.iwu.edu/human-resources/SexualMisconductPolicy.html. Illinois Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting excellence through a variety of viewpoints.