
Have a thorough knowledge of NCAA, conference and institutional rules and conduct the program within the regulations. Ability to effectively communicate through oral, written and electronic forms. Ability to empower, communicate with and relate well to the male student-athlete. Ability to recruit and retain quality student-athletes, particularly at the regional level (Midwest) including knowledge high school programs. Minimum one year soccer coaching experience at the D1, DII, or DIII level. Experience (either as a player or coach) working with collegiate goalkeepers. NORTHERN ILLINOIS UIVERSITY HEAD SOCCER COACH PLUS
Demonstrated experience with soccer skills, game and training strategies, plus teaching progressions. When practical under the circumstances, intercollegiate athletic staff are encouraged to voluntarily attend all athletic events to promote audience participation and support for NIU team efforts. Promote the university, athletic department and specific sport through community events, public speaking, fundraising and marketing. Assist with departmental needs as requested. Cash handling responsibilities – $5,000 – $10,000 annually. Assist with departmental needs as requested When practical under the circumstances, intercollegiate athletic staff is encouraged to voluntarily attend all athletic events to promote audience participation and support for NIU team efforts. Assist in the administration of the entire sport program, as assigned including, but not limited to daily practices, game planning and implementation, recruiting, equipment management and facilities scheduling. Responsible for the development, safety and conduct of the student-athletes within specific sport program.
Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the department and university.In conjunction with the Student Athlete Academic Support Services (SAASS) department monitor academic progress and academic status of student-athletes, implementing corrective action plans through appropriate staff, if needed. Provide an overall positive educational environment for student-athletes conducive to learning, athletic development, social growth, and preparing them for life beyond college.
Develop, recommend and teach game strategy and position assignments.Plan coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NCAA and conference regulations.Coach student-athletes individually and in groups, and demonstrate game techniques position may manage a designated skill development area or group of positions, as assigned.Under the general supervision of the Head Coach Men’s Soccer, this position will assist head coach in coaching student-athletes, implementation and instruction of game strategy, recruiting prospective student-athletes, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, program organization, managing travel, managing student-athlete scholarships and overseeing the discipline, conduct and image of the sport program and student-athletes of a major university sport program in conjunction with other departmental responsibilities as assigned. This is a full-time, 12-month position with benefits. Northern Illinois University (NIU) is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Coach Men’s Soccer.