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Regent University Non-Discrimination Policy:
Regent University does not discriminate in employment in its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status. For full Non-Discrimination Policy click here.
The Assistant Coach of Women's Soccer will assist in overseeing all aspects of operating a successful college level intercollegiate athletic program. Essential responsibilities will include:
- Assist recruiting student-athletes who are mission fit, academically solid, and athletically skilled.
- Adhere to, support, and follow the academic standards and requirements of the university regarding the recruiting and eligibility of prospective and current student-athletes.
- Provide appropriate advice and assistance to help ensure the success of each student-athletes spiritual development and completed stated program of study.
- Report any known or suspected violations of the NCCAA and/or university rules by head coach, assistant coach(es), student-athletes, staff, etc. promptly to the Director of Athletics.
- Assist in the organization and supervision of all practices, games, and other workout sessions for the team.
- Assist head coach in the instruction and coaching of student-athletes.
- Evidence a thorough understanding of the rules and regulations governing intercollegiate competition and adhere to the rules and standards established by NCCAA.
- Assist the head coach in promoting community service projects for the team to complete per the mission of the NCCAA, Regent Athletic Department and Regent University.
- Abide by and comply with the constitution, bylaws, and interpretations of the NCCAA and university rules and regulations.
- Assist Head Coach in all areas including, but not limited to compliance by such coaches with NCCAA and University rules and regulations.
- Assist Head Coach in supervision of team managers, student workers, and volunteers.
- Follow and maintain a frequent and transparent system of communication with all stakeholders.
- Attend Athletic Department staff meetings, functions and other duties as directed.
- Produce reports and paperwork as directed for local, regional and national awards.
- Assist in managing distribution, collection, inventory and storage, and of team uniforms and equipment.
- Assist in the coordination and execution of travel arrangements, statistics, game schedule, meals, referees/officials, equipment, and facilities for all team contests.
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION CRITERIA:
WINNING WITH CHARACTER: Regent University's transformational approach to athletic competition that equips student-athletes to be winners first and foremost in Christian character; competing to win, yet transcending the scoreboard to be Christian leaders to change the sports world.
- Coach as recruiter assistant of mission-fit student-athletes (Christian Leaders to Change the World). - 2 Corinthians 6:14 (NLT)
- Coach as imparter of Christian character to student-athletes in teachable moments. - 2 Timothy 3:16 (NLT)
- Coach as Christian discipler that prays with and for team. - Colossians 1:9 (NLT)
- Coach as Christian character role model to student-athletes. - 1 Timothy 4:8 (NLT)
- Coach as Christian character mentor to student-athletes. - Philippians 4:9 (NLT)
- Coach as loving, disciplinary Christian leader to student-athletes. - Hebrews 12:11 (NLT)
- Coach as provider of academic support and accountability to student-athletes. - Proverbs 4:13 (NLT)
- Coach as personal demonstration of exemplary Christian character in words and actions, both on and off the field of competition and requiring same of student-athletes. Reports all incidents to the contrary to Director of Athletics. - Proverbs 4:23 (NLT)
- Coach as extension of University and Athletic Department in following University rules and behavioral standards personally and requiring same of student-athletes. Reports all incidents to the contrary to the Director of Athletics. - Romans 13:14 (NLT)
- Coach as exemplary University and Athletic Department "team player" in words and actions both internally and externally. - Hebrews 13:7 (NLT)
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- One or more years of successful high school, college, or private coaching experience is preferred
- Ability to work a flexible and irregular schedule required
Candidate must have:
- A strong relationship with Jesus Christ
- Commitment to integrating Scripture in coaching and interactions with student-athletes
- Humility, integrity, maturity, self-confidence, creativity and patience
- Proven ability to communicate effectively one-on-one, in small groups, and in public speaking contexts
- Proven ability to communicate ideas and priorities effectively to promote teamwork and achieve desired results
- Demonstrated strategic planning skills and an ability to assess the team's competitive strengths and vulnerabilities
- Demonstrated skill in making strategic recommendations to enhance the team's performance
- Commitment to Regent's core values of Excellence, Innovation, and Integrity
