Assistant Coach - Women's Soccer in Waterbury, Connecticut at Post University

The Assistant Coach, Women's Soccer supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the women's soccer program, including student-athlete development, recruiting, academic support, practice planning, game preparation, and compliance with NCAA regulations. This position plays a key role in fostering the athletic, academic, personal, and social success of student-athletes while contributing to a positive and competitive team culture.

The successful candidate will possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and collegiate soccer practices.

This is a 10-month, part-time position that requires evening and weekend availability, as well as occasional travel, based on the needs of the athletic program.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Head Coach with planning, organizing, and conducting team practices and training sessions.
• Support on-field and off-field coaching activities, including individual skill development and team instruction.
• Assist in monitoring and supporting student-athletes' academic progress through study hall oversight, academic meetings, and class attendance checks.
• Assist with recruiting efforts, including prospect evaluation, database management, correspondence, phone outreach, and on-campus recruitment activities.
• Monitor and support strength and conditioning programs.
• Provide feedback regarding student-athlete performance and development.
• Complete the NCAA Recruiting Certification Exam.
• Assist in scouting opponents and preparing game strategies.
• Support the planning and coordination of team travel while adhering to budgetary guidelines.
• Assist with fundraising initiatives and special events in collaboration with Athletics Department development efforts.
• Foster an environment that supports student-athlete academic achievement, personal growth, leadership development, and overall well-being.
• Maintain compliance with NCAA Division II rules, regulations, and institutional policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Director.

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience preferred.

• Knowledge of collegiate soccer coaching principles and player development.
• Demonstrated commitment to NCAA Division II rules and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and video analysis or editing software; familiarity with Krossover or similar athletic performance platforms preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with student-athletes, coaches, staff, recruits, and their families.
• Commitment to supporting the academic and personal success of student-athletes.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record. Post University uses MVR reporting as part of the candidate screening process.