Part time Staff: Head Coach - Men's Soccer

HEAD COACH:  MEN’S SOCCER

Lakeland Community College is seeking applications for a Head Men’s Soccer Coach.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of an NJCAA Division II athletic program. This position is responsible for leading an NJCAA Division II soccer program adhering to college, conference, and NJCAA rules and regulations.

Lakeland Community College values high energy, creativity, and a strong commitment to student engagement. We are seeking coaches who will have a dramatic impact on student success, and will enhance a culture of excellence in our athletic program.

Other responsibilities include:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Successfully recruit academically and athletically qualified student-athletes.
• Plan and conduct practices and game day preparations.
• Assist with the game schedule.
• Organize travel for away competitions.
• Assist with the retention program for student athletes
• Fundraise within the program.
• Develop and organize camps and clinics.
• Work with athletics staff in facility scheduling.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to coach, teach and train student-athletes in skills and strategies related to competition;
• Strong leadership skills;
• Well organized; work efficiently and is successful with time management;
• Ability to instruct students in how to be academically successful;
• Ability to motivate in a positive direction
• Ability to mentor, maintain discipline, respect and standards of behavior;
• Excellent communication and public relations skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is preferred. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a head coach and/or assistant coach in a college/high school; club coaching experience may be substituted for college/high school/ experience. Knowledge of NJCAA rules and regulations is required. CPR/First Aid/AED certification is required upon employment.

APPLICATION PROCESS:  

When applying for this position, please be prepared to complete all questions in the application as well as attaching a current resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest and qualifications.

The position will remain open until filled.  

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Lakeland Community College is an equal access and equal opportunity employer.  We have a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and, in that spirit, seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and people over 40 years of age.  Under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.  If your disability requires special accommodations to participate in the application/interview process, contact the Human Resources Office at 440-525-7575.