JOB This position will assist the Head Coach and Assistant Coach with any tasks or duties as assigned. This position may be split up to include stipend only or stipend plus Room & Board. Camps and Club opportunities available. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Recruitment
Identify prospective student athletes and establish and maintain appropriate communication.
Conduct effective on-campus visits.
Demonstrate success with respect to qualified prospective student athletes.
Organization
Provide effective organization of program and management of time.
Perform a variety of coaching functions at all practices.
Organization and supervision for team travel.
Scouting of all future opponents and providing scouting reports to the team
Understand and conference, regional and NJCAA requirements in regard to meetings, statistics, rosters, schedules and awards.
Fundraising
Participates in departmental and individual sport fundraising activities/events for producing scholarship and/or team funding.
Advising
Academic Management of Student-Athletes (Class Scheduling and Grade Checks)
Assist with the admissions and financial aid advising process of team members.
Monitor academic progress and eligibility of all team members, providing intervention strategies and resources when necessary.
Assist with the orientation of student-athletes regarding expectations, college polices, code of ethics, sportsmanship code and local resources.
Public Relations
Establishes appropriate rapport with media including reporting scores and team statistics in a timely manner
Management of Program Social Media Accounts
Represents the department and Iowa Western to service clubs, media and alumni groups.
Works with entire athletic department on departmental projects and fundraising.
Assist with providing information needed to produce respective sports guide.
Works collaboratively with the college's radio and TV broadcasting programs.
Works collaboratively with the Reiver's Sports Media Coordinator in regards to sports promotions, events and social media.
Works collaboratively with the SID to update and maintain their respective sports webpage.
Administrative Responsibilities
Complies with the colleges, ICCAC's and NJCAA's rules and regulations.
Management of All Travel Functions in relation to the Men’s Soccer Program
Coordinates team travel, accommodations, and meals.
Attends scheduled departmental meetings.
Attends coaches’ meetings and ICCAC meetings as required.
Participates in clinics for professional improvement.
