Graduate Assistant, Soccer - Goalkeeper Coach

Graduate Assistant, Soccer - Goalkeeper Coach

Location: Hickory, North Carolina

The graduate assistant goalkeeper coach of Division II men's and women's soccer programs will report to both the Head Men's and Women's Soccer Coaches.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for instruction and development of goalkeepers.
• Leading goalkeeper training and game analysis.
• Assist in all aspects of recruiting, coaching, and mentoring all student-athletes.
• Assist in the planning of training sessions.
• Assist head coaches in scouting.
• Knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations as well as dedication to the entire academic development of student-athletes are essential requirements.
• Assists with all LRU Men's and Women's Soccer clinics and camps as assigned by head coaches.
• Assists with marketing and promotion of camps and clinics.
• Other duties as assigned by the head coaches and athletic administration.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Must enroll in a graduate program at Lenoir-Rhyne University.
• Prior experience in training goalkeepers.
• Playing experience as a goalkeeper at the collegiate or professional level is preferred.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work within a team environment.

Job Compensation

• Tuition remission: 15 credit hours per year (6 Fall, 6 Spring, and 3 Summer).
• Stipend: $5,000 over ten months.
• Meal plan: 10 meals per week in the University cafeteria
• Housing: On-campus housing.

Application Process

Applicants should submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• List of at least two professional references (including name, current position, email, address, and phone number)

The University's mission, vision, and values statements may be reviewed using About LR.

Questions regarding the position or search process may be directed to the Coach Justin Maullin, at justin.maullin@lr.edu or Coach Jorge Morales at jorge.morales@lr.edu.

Lenoir-Rhyne University promotes a welcoming campus environment that is integral to the university''s commitment to excellence in engagement and education. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience nurturing a welcoming community, working with faculty, staff and/or students from all walks of life and/or incorporating varied perspectives and traditions in their current or previous positions. This commitment is rooted in our Lutheran tradition of fostering wisdom, nurturing vocation and preparing students for lives of purpose while serving the common good.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity Policy

Lenoir-Rhyne University is committed to providing a workplace and educational environment, as well as other benefits, programs, and activities that are free from discrimination, harassment and retaliation.

LR is committed to creating a safe campus environment for all members of the LR community, including, but not limited to, those who identify as transgender and gender non-conforming. To that end, LR does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including sex stereotypes and sex characteristics), ethnicity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law.

To ensure compliance with federal and state civil rights laws and regulations and to affirm its commitment to promoting the goals of fairness and equity in all aspects of the educational program, activity and employment, LR has developed internal policies and procedures that provide a prompt, fair and impartial process for those involved in an allegation of discrimination or harassment, and for allegations of retaliation.

LR values and upholds the equal dignity of all members of its community and strives to balance the rights of the parties in the grievance process during what is often a difficult time for all those involved.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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