West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech), part of the WVU system of campuses, is seeking a self-motivated and driven Head Men's Soccer Coach.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the WVU Tech Director of Athletics, you will be responsible for coaching and managing all aspects associated with a collegiate men's soccer program.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays ()
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
• 18 sick days per year
  (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of (this position is a benefits-eligible non-classified staff position)
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for ? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What you'll do:

• Duties include total responsibilities as required for an NAIA Division I or NCAA Division II Men's Soccer Program.
  
• Attend all departmental meetings.
  
• Prepare NAIA and/or NCAA, institutional scholarship award forms and submitting signed contracts for scholarships.
  
• Evaluate talent in current and prospective student-athletes.
  
• Organize and conduct a strength conditioning program.
  
• Provide compliance director with freshman and returning player's information to complete eligibility form.
  
• Coordinate team meetings, athletic study halls for Men's Soccer athletes, strength and conditioning work outs, etc.
  
• Monitor the academic progress, retention rates and graduation rates of Men's Soccer players.
  
• Responsible for discipline and conduct of student-athletes participating in Men's Soccer.
  
• Remain current and adhere to all Institutional, NCAA and/or NAIA rules
  
• Responsible for annual inventories and preparation for equipment purchases according to state purchasing policies.
  
• Responsible for all travel arrangements and taking care of travel expenses according to state policies.
  
• Fundraising responsibilities and working with outside groups to receive funds for athletics and Men's Soccer.
  
• Maintain a competitive Men's Soccer program.
  
• Responsible for recruiting quality student athletes that meets the criteria established by the Athletic Administration.
  
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

• Bachelor's degree required (in appropriate area of specialization).
• A minumum of two (2) years of experience in the following:
  • Soccer Coaching Experience
  • Athletic administration experience
  • Public relations experience
  • Conducting Soccer camps/clinics
  • Recruiting
• A proven record in working positively with administration, athletic department staff and Director of Athletics in developing and maintaining a good working relationship with the institution and the community.
  
• Computer experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Soccer Coaching Experience at high school or collegiate level

• Valid Driver's license- required to transport student-athletes and other students.

At West Virginia University, we leverage our talents and resources to create a better future for our state and the world. As West Virginia's land-grant university, WVU has three campuses that touch each corner of the state. The WVU System includes 518 buildings on 15,880 acres, Extension Service offices in all 55 counties, ten experimental farms and four forests.

From the groundbreaking R1 research of our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs of WVU Potomac State in Keyser to the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley - the contributions of WVU employees directly impact the 1.8 million people of West Virginia every day, no matter their role or position.

Service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation are the core values that unite Mountaineers, inspiring one another to work tirelessly and support others as they seek to reach new heights. After all, when you're a Mountaineer, impossible is just another mountain to climb.

Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic learning environment is core to WVU's academic mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.