Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

 

Department: Athletics

 

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

 

Reporting to the Head Men's Soccer Coach, the assistant coach is responsible for assisting in all phases of the men's soccer program in accordance with the National Junior College Athletic Association's (NJCAA) rules and philosophies. the assistant coach will help provide program direction and vision, help establish Student-Athlete recruitment strategies and goals, assist with Student-Athlete academic success, help create competition strategies and practice plans, deliver coaching direction to student athletes, and help with the oversight of practices and games.

 

Requisition ID: 868

Employee Group:https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty/adjunct-faculty-pay-rateshttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty

Schedule: Fall 2025 Semester

Compensation: https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/humanresources/2022-2025%20Faculty%20Association%20contract.docx.pdf

Reports to: Athletic Director

Posting Opens: 3/18/2025

 

Posting Closes: Open until filled

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

 

• Assist with all aspects of the men's soccer program; provides opportunities that challenge and support student-athletes to reach their full potential;

• Support student-athlete academic and athletic excellence, leadership development and community engagement;

• Adheres to and enforces all policies and procedures of the department and the College, as well as the rules and regulations of the NJCAA, MCCAA and any other authorities that affect the intercollegiate athletic program;

• Assist in team development including establishing goals, objectives, and values for the program consistent with mission of Athletics Department;

• Assists in motivating student-athletes to perform to maximum levels;

• Assists with the conditioning and training of team members in conjunction with the training; unit to ensure that student-athletes are physically prepared for competition;

• Utilizes sound teaching techniques in the preparation of games and practices.

• Persons in this role are identified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). CSA's will be trained and responsible for reporting Clery Reportable Crimes to Campus Police as required by the Clery Act.

 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

 

Qualifications

 

• Associates degree required.

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Three or more years of soccer coaching experience required.

• Collegiate coaching experience preferred.

• Collegiate recruiting experience preferred.

• Knowledge of NJCAA or NCAA eligibility and compliance preferred.

• Administrative experience preferred.

• NJCAA experience preferred.

 

Skills

 

• Hudl Software

• Appropriate technology required to perform the duties of the position.

 

Physical Demands

 

• Ability to lift 50lbs.

• Ability to stand, sit and demonstrate the skills necessary to teach the game of Soccer.

• Capacity to coach in various environments

• Model good sportsmanship, discipline and accountability.

 

Mental Demands

 

• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills; ability to effectively interact with faculty, staff and students.

• Experience working with non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds and with varying academic skills.

• Understanding of confidentiality as related to professional Code of Ethics, HIPPA and FERPA guidelines.

 

Working Conditions

 

• Grand Rapids Community College will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Employees will be directed to our GRCC Policy(s) for compliance information.

 

• Ability to travel to various locations for recruiting, games and practices, leaving at various times.

• Ability to work nights and weekends.

• Ability to attend post season competition and overnight trips.

• Ability to work in fast paced, stressful environments.

• Flexible working conditions.

• Ability to adapt to sudden change.

• Must be a team player and understand the mission of GRCC.

 

Benefits

 

• Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsitehttps://www.grcc.edu/employers-community/ford-fieldhousehttps://www.grcc.edu/employers-community/ford-fieldhouse.

• Continuous Learning:https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/grants-departmenthttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/grants-department andhttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/finance-administration/employee-reimbursement/tuition-benefit#:~:text=Employees%20seeking%20tuition%20reimbursement%20must,out%20through%20the%20recipient's%20paycheck.https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/finance-administration/employee-reimbursement/tuition-benefit#:~:text=Employees%20seeking%20tuition%20reimbursement%20must,out%20through%20the%20recipient's%20paycheck..

• Retirement Plans: Secure your future with ourhttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/payroll/annuities-retirement-informationhttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/payroll/annuities-retirement-information, including the state retirement plan.

 

Application / Hiring Process

 

• Please fill out an application athttps://www.grcc.edu/jobs. Submit a cover letter, resume & unofficial transcripts. The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date referenced at the top of this job posting.

• Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.

• Only adjunct faculty living in the state of Michigan can teach classes for GRCC.

 

Nondiscrimination Statement

 

Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.

 

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