Brown University — Assistant Coach, Men’s Soccer
Filed in Athletics, Professional on May 18, 2023
Job Description:
Brown University Athletics is currently seeking candidates for the Assistant coach, Men’s Soccer position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 34 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-D1).
This role will assist the Head Coach of the Men’s Soccer in all phases of the Men’s Soccer Program. This includes recruiting coordination, primarily recruiting within the USSDA, coaching, and administrative duties.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assist in coaching and teaching of student-athletes in practice and games
- Serve as Recruiting Coordinator for prospective student-athletes
- Plan long- and short-term team objectives with the goal of enhancing individual & team development, growth & performance.
- Provide instruction and coaching for practices, individual sessions, and games. Prepare and plan practices. Run drills, teach individuals and groups of players specific tasks and skills before, during and after practice on and off the field; analyze video and provide teaching to student-athletes using video.
- Evaluate student-athletes to identify strengths and areas of improvement; Assist with designing & implementing instructional opportunities to
- improve technical and strategic execution.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree, required.
- 2-4 years coaching experience with a competitive club, high school or collegiate program; Prior collegiate coaching experience preferred (and/or a combination of coaching & competitive playing experience)
- Competitive collegiate and/or professional playing experience, preferred.
- Soccer coaching license, preferred: NSCAA Regional, National Advanced National or Premier. USSF D,C,B or A
Job Competencies
- Ability to recruit within NCAA and Ivy League Rules.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication & computer skills, necessary
- Demonstrated ability to work with and relate well to students
- Excellent sport specific technical, tactical and strategic knowledge.
- Possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Basic proficiency in excel, word, internet & email capabilities.
- Social media experience, helpful.
- Prior experience with video software, helpful.
- Commitment to the student-athlete, passion for the game and ability to coach & motivate
All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA and Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions are required to pass the NCAA Coaches Certification Test, maintain current AED/CPR & First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division), and attend all required divisional and/or NCAA training/education programs.
Background Check – Criminal, Education, MVR
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.
Recruiting Start Date:
2023-04-17
Job Posting Title:
Assistant Coach, Men’s Soccer
Department:
Athletics and Recreation
Grade:
Grade 10
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Classification:
Hybrid Eligible
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Vaccination Requirements:
In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. All employees must also receive a COVID-19 booster within thirty (30) days of becoming eligible. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
