Job Description
This position is responsible for organizing, developing, and administering all functions related to coaching a competitive Division II Women’s Soccer program poised for national success. Fundamental duties include, but are not limited to, coaching and recruiting student-athletes, supporting the academic and athletic success of student-athletes, student-athlete development, budget and scholarship management, and supervision of support staff. The Head Coach will manage day-to-day team operations, practice/game preparation, and team travel. This position collaborates with intercollegiate athletics staff members, including but not limited to sports medicine and performance, academic support, compliance, and institutional partners. The Head Coach must appropriately represent the team, department, and University in public and media appearances. This position reports directly to the Director of Athletics.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides leadership, organization, and supervision for all aspects of the women’s soccer program.
- Supervises student-athletes during practices and games, observing and evaluating performance and demonstrating proper techniques.
- Hire, supervise, evaluate, and mentor staff.
- Supports and monitors the academic performance of student-athletes in conjunction with the compliance and academic support staff.
- Design and implement the overall program recruiting strategy – identification, evaluation, recruitment, and retention of prospective student-athletes.
- Direct oversight and management of the program’s finances and administration of athletic scholarships.
- Manages the women’s soccer program within the parameters of the approved operating budget.
- Develops and engages in impactful fundraising activities in conjunction with the Athletics External Relations staff as needed.
- Represents the university and women’s soccer program at professional meetings, alumni events, University Foundation events, and other events as necessary.
- Enhances the student-athlete experience through team expectations, personal development, and opportunities, such as but not limited to community service, team building, leadership development, etc.
- Assists in directing or directs camps and clinics.
- Responsible for scheduling of non-conference competitions and practices, team and recruiting travel arrangements, preseason arrangements, and student-athlete meetings.
- Attends and participates in scheduled compliance seminars and complies with all Athletic Department efforts to monitor compliance with NCAA regulations.
- Responsible for compliance with NCAA, MIAA, and institutional rules and regulations, ensuring program compliance.
- Active member of the FHSU Athletic Department and University.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant, successful coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level. Proven ability to teach sport-specific skills and develop successful competitive strategies. Strong communication skills (written and oral), a high level of organization, and attention to detail are required. Public relations skills. Valid driver's license that is in good standing.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in a related field. Relevant, successful coaching experience is required. Master’s degree preferred.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
Those associated with coaching a competitive collegiate soccer team.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
General office conditions. General athletic event environments that occur indoors.
Benefits: To review our competitive benefit package, please visit
FHSU Benefits.
Priority Deadline: Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit
FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.
Required Application Documents: Applicants must submit letter of application addressing the qualifications listed above, a current resume, and the names and contact information of three references.
Applicant documents must be submitted in one PDF.
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
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