SEARCH NUMBER: 23-004 CATEGORY: Full Time, 12 Month, Contractual
UNIVERSITY:
Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) is a student-centered university providing exemplary undergraduate and graduate education to approximately 10,000 students. Founded as New Haven Normal School in 1893, Southern has evolved over the past century into a comprehensive public university committed to excellence, social justice, access, and engagement. One of four universities in the 17-member Connecticut State Colleges and Universities System, the University is located in New Haven, a culturally vibrant environment with easy access to New York City and Boston.
DEPARTMENT:
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is a NCAA Division II program and a member of the Northeast 10 Conference. Consisting of 19 athletics teams, SCSU’s outstanding program continually ranks among the top NCAA Division II programs in the nation, and also boasts a long record of dominance in the Northeast for both team and individual championships. The Owls rank among the top 10 nationally with 81 individual titles and in team championships with 10 titles. SCSU had NCAA championships representation in seven sports in 2021-22 and also ranked among the top half of all Division II programs in the Learfield Sports Cup for the 17th straight year.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include: Providing leadership for all aspects of the Men’s Soccer Program. Knowledge of and commitment to compliance with NCAA and University regulations. Successful completion of NCAA certification exam. Identifies, evaluates and recruits academically prepared students in accordance with University policies and NCAA regulations. Supervises assistant coaches and staff. Provides academic oversight of student athletes to ensure retention and graduation. Arranges all aspects of scheduling, team travel, etc. Maintains open and harmonious communications with all facets of the campus community. Maintains fiscal responsibility and integrity. Participates in community, campus and departmental initiatives when appropriate. Timely submission of all required requests/paperwork.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Earned Master’s degree preferred and five (5) years of professional level experience. Commitment in following the letter and spirit of NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations. Ability to effectively work with a diverse population of student athletes and coaches in a cultural climate that celebrates diversity. These qualifications may be waived for individuals with appropriate alternate experience.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience.
APPLICATION: Please forward a cover letter, resume and three professional references to: Sharon DeCrescenzo at decrescenzs1@southernct.edu. In order for your application to be given full consideration, all materials must be received by January 27, 2023. Position will be opened until filled.
Southern Connecticut State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal
