Assistant Coach: Women's Soccer

Assistant Coach: Women's Soccer

Oregon State University

Department: Intercolleg Athletics (YIA)

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Job Summary:

The Athletics Department is seeking up to 2 Assistant Coach's: Women's Soccer. These will be full-time (1.00 FTE),12-month, professional faculty positions.

The mission of the OSU Department of Athletics is to Go Build Excellent, Authentic, Visionary Student-Athletes (GO B.E.A.V.S.). Oregon State Athletics is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and one which fosters a sense of belonging. Our goal is to encourage thoughtful and objective learning at all times. We will be intentional to recruit and retain individuals of all backgrounds and identities who will positively contribute to the success of our athletics department.

The Assistant Coach assists the Head Coach in the organization, administration and promotion of all aspects of the Oregon State Women's Soccer Program. Coaching includes instruction, mentoring and leadership, academic supervision of the athletes, program management for the specific area assigned and preparation of recommendations to the Head Coach and Director of Athletics. This position must adhere to the policies set forth by direct supervisors, Head Coach and Athletic Director, as well as Oregon State University, the PAC-12 Conference and The National Collegiate Athletic Association.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world

• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

• 217k+ alumni worldwide

• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

• Retirement savings paid by the university.

• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

55% COACHING / INSTRUCTION

Provides consultation and expert advice to Head Coach and team members. Prepares, plans, conducts, and evaluates practice sessions, as directed. Teaches individuals and groups of players specific tasks and skills before, during and after practice, during season and off-season. Teaches all aspects of soccer as requested. Teaches progressions and drills during daily practice time. Independently responsible for all in-game player personnel and strategic decisions. Is available to coaches and players before, during and after practices, games, and events. Scouts future opponents by watching games and video/telephone reports. Develops scouting reports/video on future opponents and our team.

30% RECRUITMENT

Assists with scholarship offers. Coordinates and oversees the recruitment of student-athletes. Prepares and distributes recruiting information. Must establish and maintain relationships with key club coaches. Attends off-campus games for the purpose of evaluation and contact. Coordinates mailing of recruitment materials to prospective student-athletes. Maintains updated computerized “master” recruit list on JumpForward for all recruiting events. Makes phone contact with prospective student-athletes/coaches when appropriate. Plans campus visits with prospective student-athletes and their parents.

10% TEAM ADMINISTRATION

Supervises and assigns responsibilities to team managers and graduate assistants as needed and when available. Follows OSU procedures in handling any monies that flow through the athletic program. Coordinates all enrollment activities of student-athletes. Coordinates and provides tutorial and academic support during study hall for student-athletes. Monitors academic progress and intervenes as necessary. Serves as or assigns event host for visiting team. Meets visiting team upon arrival and assists them with directions and special needs. Administers and assigns day-to-day team responsibilities while on road trips. Plans long and short-term team objectives under the leadership of the Head Coach. Establishes requirements for team members in terms of academic and athletic progress. Coordinates recruiting efforts with the Office of Admissions, Compliance Office, and University Housing & Dining Services. Coordinates scholarships with Head Coach and the Office of Financial Aid. Encourage and participate in activities that foster an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and fosters a sense of belonging for both student athletes, student workers, colleagues, and all stakeholders.

5% CAMPUS & COMMUNITY COMMUNICATION

Interacts with various campus offices, departments, as well as individual faculty and staff members. Maintains effective and open communication with OSU faculty. Informs faculty of required student-athlete absences. Monitors academic progress. In coordination with faculty, develops academic improvement strategies for athletes. Serves as guest speaker at public events on behalf of OSU Athletics. Serves in a leadership role and promotes participation in community service activities by student athletes. Assists in the formulation of team and department fundraising activities and promotional events. Coordinates community service and OSU athletics-to-school programs. Administers day-to-day operations and staff of summer athletic camps, as directed by the Head Coach.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in field of choice.

• One season of experience coaching Soccer at the NCAA Division I level OR coaching at the elite club level OR professional playing experience.

• Excellent problem solving abilities.

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a manner that shows respect and inclusivity for student athletes, student workers, colleagues, and all stakeholders.

• Strong demonstrated skills in the following areas:

• Organization

• Teaching

• Computer

• Oral and written communication

• Leadership and management

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Experience coaching and/or playing women’s soccer at the DI level.

• Proficient in video analysis software.

• Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a moderately stressful environment.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• Must work some evenings and weekends.

• Travel required.

• Must work outside in the elements.

• Access to personal information.

• Access to youth under 18 years of age at times.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 07/23/2024.

Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact: Caroline Kelly at caroline.kelly@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks website including the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

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