Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

Ohio Wesleyan University, a selective, private, undergraduate liberal arts, residential institution founded in 1842 and located just 20 miles north of Columbus, is seeking candidates for the position of a Part-Time Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

Ohio Wesleyan University invites applications for the position of Assistant Men's Soccer Coach. This is

part-time non-benefitted position. The Assistant Men's Soccer Coach is responsible for

supporting the Head Coach in all phases of the soccer program. The Assistant Coach will provide

support to the head coach focused in the areas of on field coaching, game planning and player development.

It is also expected that the Assistant Coach embrace the department mission of supporting the academic

mission of the university, developing student-athletes as contributors to the greater

community, creating opportunities for competitive success, leading student-athletes to understand what

it is like to be part of something greater than oneself.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Previous successful coaching experience
• Familiarity in recruiting collegiate student-athletes
• Articulated commitment to the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior and to adhering to all rules and regulations of Ohio Wesleyan University, the North Coast Athletic Conference, and the NCAA.
• Effective written communication skills
• Student-centered focus
• CPR, First Aid and AED Certification is required (and can be completed after hire)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• Ability to articulate the role that athletics plays in a rigorous academic collegiate setting and the importance of academic endeavors of student athletes
• Successful coaching experience at the college or university level.
• Successful recruiting experience at the college or university level, with ability to identify and attract outstanding students and players
• Experience exhibiting the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior and adhering to all rules and regulations of Ohio Wesleyan University, the North Coast Athletic Conference, and the NCAA.
• Effective oral communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to actively foster a respectful, positive environment that welcomes all persons.
• An appreciation for and willingness to engage with the mission and aims of OWU.

NOTE: Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Completed application packets will include:

• Cover Letter with salary requirements.
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
• References will be requested for top candidates.
• Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Located in the Columbus, Ohio metropolitan area, Ohio Wesleyan is a selective residential liberal arts college enrolling approximately 1,600+ students. The college's signature program, The OWU Connection, empowers students to complete research, community service, careers, and study abroad, teaching students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Ohio Wesleyan is featured in the book Colleges That Change Lives and was recently listed as the No. 1 liberal arts college in Ohio for social mobility by U.S. News and World Report. OWU is located in Delaware, OH, a lively college town just 30 minutes from Columbus, the 14th most populous city in the United States and part of the fastest growing, most economically vibrant areas of the Midwest. Columbus, known increasingly as the "Silicon Midwest," was named by LinkedIn as one of the top 10 U.S. cities in which to launch your career.

To achieve our mission, we continually strive to foster a campus community where every individual is respected, supported, and able to flourish. We affirm the worth of all persons and welcome people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Ohio Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity institution and seeks applications from individuals who will contribute to, and help strengthen, our commitment to academic excellence, mutual respect, and the shared pursuit of knowledge.