Position Information

Posting Number 20112934

Position Title Assistant Women's Soccer Coach

FTE 1.0

Position Type Staff

Department Women's Soccer

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

The Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach assists the Head Women’s Soccer Coach with directing and supervising the operation of the women’s soccer program within the rules and regulations of the NCAA , Southland Conference, Texas State University System and

Lamar University. The position requires a commitment to compliance and academics leading to graduation of student-athletes. The position requires active involvement in the community for fundraising purposes

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Women’s Soccer Coach with on field coaching during practice and

competition.

• Assists the Head Women’s Soccer Coach with a variety of administrative duties.

• Assists in developing a successful recruiting program and will attempt to recruit the best

students as well as athletes.

• Recognizes and promotes the best interest of the student-athletes both academically and

athletically – encouraging each to graduate.

• Actively participates in fundraising and development along with the Head Women’s

Soccer Coach and Athletics Director.

• Available to the news media on appropriate occasions as determined by the Head

Women’s Soccer Coach in conjunction with the Assistant Athletics Director for Media

Relations

• Other duties as assigned.

Who We Are:

Lamar University is a accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:

At Lamar University one of the ways, we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:

• Health, dental & vision insurance

• Life insurance

• State of Texas Retirement plans

• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.

• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

  Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

• 1 – 3 years NCAA Division I and/or professional experience as a soccer coach required

• Experience in NCAA Division I recruiting required

• Knowledge of NCAA rules required · Strict adherence to established NCAA , Southland Conference, Texas State University System and Lamar University rules and regulations is required. A violation of these rules and regulations can lead to disciplinary action including termination.

  EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree

  Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary Commensurate

Work Hours

Application Information

Posting Date 07/02/2024

Close Date 10/01/2024

Open Until Filled No

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