Head Coach Women's Soccer

New London, Connecticut, Mitchell College seeks a Head Coach for Women's Soccer to oversee all aspects of the Women's Soccer Program. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, this position will keep him/her well-informed of all planning, organizing, and development of the program. In addition to coaching, the incumbent will be responsible for recruiting and administrative duties in accordance with Mitchell College, Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) and NCAA Division III regulations. This position is full-time, academic year, and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Oversees the identification, evaluation and recruitment of potential soccer student-athletes.

Directs all aspects of the coaching of the program.

Coordinates the physical development of each student-athlete through appropriate strength and conditioning, and practice sessions.

Administrative duties related to active coaching

Advises and counsels student-athletes academically, athletically and socially.

Monitors the academic progress of each soccer student-athlete.

Directs all aspects of the management of the program

Fiscally responsible for all areas of the lacrosse budget, including budget proposal, accounting and expenditure.

Coordinates all travel arrangements for team trips.

Recommends and oversees the purchase of new equipment, supplies, and uniforms.

Oversee summer camps and team fundraising.

With the Director of Athletics oversees the development of the competition schedule.

Represents the College meetings.

Maintains a visible presence at department functions, College open houses and College events.

Is a visible, fully integrated member of the College community.

Performs all other duties as assigned, including ancillary responsibilities.

Mitchell College is an Affirmative Action-Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability and genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization or other non-merit factors. Required Education and Experience: 

Bachelor’s degree in related field required, MS degree preferred 

Minimum of 2–3 years of coaching experience, preferably at the college level 

Collegiate playing experience 

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, and staff. 

Current and valid driver’s license

Current First Aid, CPR & AED certification 

Key Skills / Knowledge:

Standard computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.)

Front Rush – is a required tool for all Head Coaches – they must maintain an active recruiting database, current roster and alumni database.