Assistant Coach - Men's Soccer

Job Description

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in recruiting and retaining student athletes in an effort to provide opportunities for team and individual academic and athletic; assisting with organizing and conducting practices & competitions; adhering to NJCAA coaching principles; and performing other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director and Head Coach. Assistance and awareness of the academic success of student athletes is a priority for all coaches.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position

Required Education

A high school diploma or GED and college credits with a minimum of 30 hours or more are required.

Required Experience

A minimum of three (3) years of experience with a combination of active game situation coaching at the high school, club/select, or collegiate level is required; professional playing/coaching experience will be considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Candidates must possess expertise in soccer and exhibit excellence in coaching and instruction in practice and contests while serving as a positive example of a leader and role model. Other requirements include:

• A valid driver's license and a good driving record with fewer than three points.
• First-aid/CPR/AED certifications required.
• Demonstrated expertise in sports strategies.
• Excellent and effective communication skills.
• Prior experience with recruiting efforts and student-athlete retention.
• Prior experience and participation in development, fundraising, and corporate sponsorship efforts.