Temporary Assistant Coach Men's Soccer

Temporary Assistant Coach Men's Soccer

University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with over 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department: Athletics - 25900
Vacancy Number: TSP5641PST
Temp Position Type: EHRA Temporary
Job Category: Athletics
FLSA for Position: Exempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Assistant Coach assists the Head Coach in providing leadership for a NCAA Division I men's soccer program. Assists with all aspects of the men's soccer program and plays an integral part in the day-to-day administrative responsibilities, daily team training, evaluation and recruitment of student-athletes, academic monitoring, and skill development. This position must work within UNCW, CAA, and NCAA guidelines to provide student-athletes an exceptional collegiate experience while competing for championships.

• Assists the Head Coach in providing leadership for a NCAA Division I Men's Soccer program along with the overall coaching, management, and administration of the program
• Teach the mental and physical aspects of the game while preparing student-athletes for life after intercollegiate sports
• Assist with skill development of players and implement team strategies
• Adhere to and enforce all policies and procedures of the department and university as well as the rules and regulations of the CAA and NCAA
• Assist the second assistant, team manager, and support staff while maintaining organization and administration of the program within a budget
• Track countable athletic related activities through ARMS online system
• Assist with team community service events and assist with team fundraising
• Assist with annual golf fundraiser to raise funds for UNCW Men's Soccer program
• Participate in university, civic, and public relations activities for promotion of the sport
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalency
• Must be highly dependable, flexible, and available to work evenings and weekends
• Possess excellent customer service and communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with the public
• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time both indoors and outdoors
• Work effectively as a team member
• Previous customer service experience preferred

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Previous event staffing experience

Work Hours: As needed basis - usually weekend or evening hours
Work Days: Varies by events
Hours Per Week: Intermittent, occasional work for events

Anticipated Hiring Range: $3,300 per month

Special Instructions to Applicants:
PLEASE NOTE: This is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave.

Applications must be submitted through the online application system by the posting close date to be considered.