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Posted: 05-Dec-24

Location: La Crosse, Wisconsin

Type: Full-time

Categories:

Coaching Coaching - Soccer

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Required Education:

4 Year Degree Assistant Soccer Coach (9-month appointment): The position of Assistant Soccer Coach will hold a 100% 9-MONTH appointment in the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (“the Department”) and will report directly to UWL’s Head Soccer Coach. The Assistant Coach will assist in the management of daily operations of a Division III intercollegiate women’s soccer program competing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, with responsibilities including, but not limited to, assisting in the planning, recruiting, coaching, developing, implementing, and administering of the soccer program to meet University and Department objectives. They will also be responsible for various administrative tasks associated with running an intercollegiate soccer program, potentially including, but not limited to, the planning of team travel; managing equipment and/or video and technology needs; managing social media accounts; and coordinating camps. The Assistant Coach must conduct themselves in such a way as to enhance respect for the university, the Department, UWL soccer program and UWL student-athletes.

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or relevant professional experience may be substituted on a year for year basis in lieu of a bachelor’s degree. Soccer coaching or playing experience at high school, club, or collegiate level. Knowledge of recruiting and coaching strategies. Possess a valid driver’s license. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and WIAC rules. Collegiate coaching or participation experience. Collegiate recruiting experience. Self-directed.

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