Assistant Coach - Women's Soccer

Details

Posted: 30-Jun-25

Location: Grand Junction, Colorado

Type: Full-time

Salary: 41,500

Categories

Coaching

Coaching - Soccer

Sector

Collegiate Sports

Required Education

4 Year Degree

Internal Number: AF0141

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Head Women’s Soccer Coach, the Assistant Coach provides coaching expertise and leadership for the administration of the intercollegiate soccer program; assisting the head coach in the effective management and administration of all aspects relating to a positive and beneficial intercollegiate experience for student athletes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Take an active role in implementing a successful recruiting strategy to attract outstanding student athletes to attend Colorado Mesa University while remaining in full compliance with all NCAA and RMAC rules, as well as departmental and university policies and procedures
• Maintain standards of performance consistent with departmental academic and athletic expectations as reflected in the mission statement, goals, objectives, and departmental guidelines
• Coordinate and implement with the head coach and compliance officer eligibility requirements to ensure full compliance with governing rules and regulations, proper administration of financial aid for both prospective and enrolled student athletes, facilities scheduling, and contest administration and game operations as necessary
• Responsible for coordination and implementation all aspects of video game exchange, editing, film sessions, download & upload of games in compliance with the NCAA and RMAC guidelines
• Assist the head coach in the organization and supervision of all practices, group workouts, shooting and film sessions and contests
• Responsible for monitoring of student athletes’ academic progress through classroom checks, study hall, and progress reports
• Assist in the coordination, development, supervision and daily operations of summer camps and clinics
• Engage in, coordinate and help implement all fund-raising activities for the program in conjunction with the head coach, athletic advancement and its representatives
• Communicate regularly and maintain a positive and constructive working relationship with support staff in sports information, student services, sports medicine, campus recreation, business office, facilities/operations, compliance, athletic advancement, marketing, and ticket office to assist in implementation of an efficient and effective program and department
• Responsible for complying with all Colorado and University regulations regarding state travel, per diem, and reimbursement.
• Represent the university at professional meetings, alumni gatherings, campus activities and civic affairs as requested by the head coach or athletic administrators
• Attend and participate in department and staff meetings as requested/required
• Encourage an effective outreach program with student athletes that provide benefit to the on and off-campus community
• Maintain, as appropriate, effective relationships with parents, alumni, friends of the program, and others toward the positive image and promotion of the program
• Evening and weekend work is required.
  
  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position reports to the Head Women’s Soccer Coach and must subscribe to the Colorado Mesa University Principles Governing Athletics. Performs under general supervision. Determines methods of performing assigned work. Supervises graduate assistants, interns, managers, and student workers.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Minimum of one year experience coaching soccer at the collegiate level.
• Must have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, demonstrated knowledge of basic principles of coaching/team supervision, the ability to effectively coordinate recruiting activities, and the ability to maintain team discipline and instill proper ethical and moral standards.
• Strong computer skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  
  

Preferred

• Experience coaching goal keepers
• Experience with ARMS Software
• Master’s Degree
  
  

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About Colorado Mesa University

Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado’s largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, CMU-Tech, and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it’s a dynamic university enrolling more than 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels. The department is committed to not only meeting, but exceeding the expectations and governing rules of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, NCAA Division II and any other associations to which we belong. In acting as an extension of the University, we are committed to representing the University in a positive light, through the conduct of our staff and student-athletes. We will recruit to our athletic program individuals that are representative of the high standards set forth by the University, both academically and athletically. The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won’t have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and... the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting. In addition to a mountain resort that’s less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado’s best kept secrets.

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