JOB SUMMARY
To assist in coaching, recruiting, counseling, conditioning, evaluating for the soccer team as directed, as well as instruct HPES 1549.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Implements coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student athletes’ skills and teamwork; analyze performance of team and adjust strategies as needed; evaluate opponents and develop game strategies; plans and conducts practices and other activities in preparation for competition; manage camps and clinics, if applicable.
Assists with the development of the team budget; analyzes historical expenditure fixtures; compiles projections for budget expenditures for various aspects of team operations (i.e. travel, equipment, recruiting, athletic aid, marketing, etc.); authorizes the expenditures of funds for team operations; monitors expenditures to ensure that they adhere to proscribed limitations; ensures that all expenditures are properly documented and in compliance with university and NCAA regulations; prepares expenditure reports are directed.
Conducts promotional activities for fundraising, recruitment, public relations, and other marketing activities; attend promotional events, community activities, and fundraisers; prepares promotional materials for distribution (e.g. team background, participant bios, letters of interest, etc.); prepares and delivers speeches and presentations at local community groups, fundraisers, athlete events, etc.

Assists with the administration of policies and procedures with respect to academic expectations for team members; communicates with academic advising staff regarding athletic academic performance; meets with athletes to review course load issues, degree requirements, course selections, etc.; counsels athletes on performance issues, study skills, and techniques for academic success.

Identifies and develops team strategy for recruitment; analyzes team needs in order to focus recruitment efforts; creates promotional strategy for contacting and recruiting prospective student athletes; develops promotional correspondence and materials for distribution to prospective recruits; conducts recruiting trips and activities in accordance with developed recruitment strategy; formulates recommendations concerning the award of athletic aid to targeted recruits.

Oversees assigned course loads; compiles lesson plans and related course materials; receives and responds to student inquiries; provides instruction to students in applicable subject matter; reviews student performance to determine appropriate grade or credit.

Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance

Meet all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

OTHER FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinate videotape cut-ups of practices and games, as directed.

Manage equipment inventory and related duties as directed.

Develop and manage strength training program as directed.

Drive passenger vans as required.

Perform any and all other related duties as assigned or directed in order to promote, further, and ensure the effective and efficient operation of YSU.

SUPERVISION EXERCISE
Functional supervision is exercised over support staff on temporary or intermittent basis and full supervision and management of program is exercised in absence of head coach

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this position will perform light work.

REPORTS TO
Head Soccer Coach

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSURES
Annual proficiency in NCAA Certification to Recruit

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree; two years collegiate playing experience; one year of collegiate coaching experience; knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations preferred; travel and non-traditional hours required; valid driver’s license.
Submit applications and 3 references to:     
Will Lemke, Head Soccer Coach
whlemke@ysu.edu
One University Plaza
Youngstown, OH  44555

Closing Date for Applications        
Friday, November 20, 2009