Urgently Require Assistant Athletic Director, Student Services/Head Women's Soccer Coach in Dobbs Ferry, NY

Job title: Assistant Athletic Director, Student Services/Head Women's Soccer Coach
Company: Mercy University
Job description: The Head Coach of Women's' Soccer will be responsible for all aspects of developing, leading, and managing a NCAA Division II program.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to coaching of student athletes recruiting, evaluation of talent, team conditioning, practice, and game management, monitoring academic progress, scheduling of contests, development and management of program budgets, supervision, and evaluation of the staff.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
Administrative Duties:

• Organize the teams helping teams' program a
• Assist with scheduling and provide support at all our home competitions.
• Liaison between Athletics and Residential Life, collaborating on move in and move out dates for the fall and spring semesters and winter break.
• Oversee the SAAC (Student Athlete Advisory Committee) program.
• Handle the game contracts of all 10 teams, making sure all dates/times of competition are correct.
• Other duties as assigned by the Assistant VP of Athletics.

Coaching Responsibilities:

• Development and implementation of practice plans
• Recruit student athletes for the women's soccer team according to NCAA policies and departmental philosophies.
• Monitor the academic progress of the women's soccer student athletes.
• Coordinate and oversee pre-season conditioning and weight training progra
• Schedule fall and spring contests
• Develop and administer the women's soccer budget.
• Coordinate team travel.
• Represent the department and the institution at internal and external events.
• Hire and oversee assistant coaches.
• Maintain knowledge of all applicable NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules that impact the women's soccer program

Required Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of the fundamental skills of soccer
• Excellent communication skills

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required

Physical/Other Requirements:

• Must be able to push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to meet all general health requirements for the position as per university policies

Mercy University is a dynamic, diverse New York City area university whose students are on a personal mission to get the most out of life by getting the most out of their education. Our institution is an independent, coeducational university that offers more than 90 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs within five schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy's efforts in these programs have been recognized over the last several years. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been honored by being ranked nationally among the top Colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology and Business. Additionally, to support our diverse student body, Mercy University has pursued and been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver services to our students. Mercy University is proud to be recognized as an institution which helps under-served students to achieve their educational aspirations. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019 and 2020.The vibrancy of the College culture is sustained by a diverse student body from around the region. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates is approximately 10,557; The University offers campuses in Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, Manhattan as well as online offerings.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:
Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world. Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company. The University is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety
Mercy Univesity is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here.
Expected salary: $40000 - 50000 per year
Location: Dobbs Ferry, NY

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