Temporary Coaching Assistant, Women's Soccer

Job Title : Temporary Coaching Assistant, Women's Soccer

Location : Gordon State College

Regular / Temporary : Temporary

Full / Part Time : Part-Time

Job ID : 291043

About Us

Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.

Job Summary

The Temporary Coaching Assistant for Women's Soccer works under the direct supervision of the Head Coach to support the NJCAA Division I Women¿s Soccer Program. The assistant helps with practices, games, recruiting, and the overall development of student-athletes. This role provides hands-on-coaching, academic and personal support, and assists in promoting the program in the college and community.

Responsibilities

• Assists in all areas of soccer coaching, including teaching skills, player development, and team strategies.
• Support the Head Coach with program activities such as recruiting, practice planning, video review, game day duties, and community involvement.
• Observe and evaluate players during practices and games to identify areas of improvement.
• Support student-athletes with their academic progress and personal development.
• Promote a safe, healthy, and positive environment for student-athletes.
• Serve as a role model for student athletes, demonstrating sportsmanship and professional behavior.
• Help with fundraising and program promotion through community and media activities.
• Prepare reports and provide updates on the soccer program as requested.
• Participate in public relations activities, including social media campaigns, newspaper, television, radio interviews and news conferences to highlight the team and college.
• Assist with the supervision of student assistant coaches, student workers, and scorekeepers.
• Act as a Campus Security Authority under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree from an accredited institution or college in a related field.

At least two (2) years of experience in intercollegiate athletics as a player or coach.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous coaching experience in the sport of college soccer.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Institutional Values

Commitment to Excellence : Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.

Student Success : Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.

Innovation and Creativity : Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world.

Belonging : Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Other Information

This position has been identified by Federal Law (Jeanne Clery Act) as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), with significant student and campus responsibilities. CSA 's are obligated to report crimes reported to them which occurred on campus, in public areas bordering campus and in certain non-campus buildings owned or controlled (leased) by the University.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Other Information

Minimum salary : $8.25 per hour - not to exceed 19 hours

This is a temporary, non-benefitted part-time position.

This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.