Nature & Purpose of PositionServes as Head Women's Soccer Coach and be responsible for all total activities, operations, and policies of the program. Represents the Athletic Department at conference, state, and national levels.

Primary ResponsibilitiesThe primary duty of this position is teaching/coaching student athletes to perform in Soccer. Duties involve directing, planning and implementing the overall operation of the program. Recommends and manages a budget within University fiscal policies. Operates programs within university, state, and national guidelines. Fosters program that promotes a positive image of the University and its mission. Manages available athletic scholarships within requirements of the conference. Recruits quality student-athletes in adequate numbers to ensure that team performance is capable of meeting institutional goals. Monitors all team travel arrangements. Works closely with assistant coaches to assure their understanding and compliance of associations and conference rules and regulations. Work includes responsibility for planning interrelated activities and coordinating staff functions. The exercise of judgment is an important factor in the performance of duties since undesirable consequences or losses may result from errors in judgment. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Educational and Experience Requirement- Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or related field with a minimum of eight years professional coaching experience in respective sport. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Other Specifications- Must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of soccer rules, compliance regulations, and conference and NCAA rules and policies. Will be required to organize and direct two fund raising events or camps a year. Expected to develop an appropriate rapport with community and University personnel. Must be knowledgeable of all NCAA and conference rules. Must adhere to NCAA and conference bylaws. Must be supportive of institutional compliance and academic programs. Must report all NCAA and conference violations to proper personnel.

Serves at the pleasure of the Athletic Director. Evaluation of performance is based broadly on employee’s contributions to the team’s performance.

This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

EEO Statement- Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

About Sam Houston Athletics

Named for Texas’s greatest hero, Sam Houston State University (SHSU) continually honors its historical roots through academic excellence. For more than 140 years, SHSU has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, “The measure of a Life is its Service,” resonates among its 22,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its Huntsville roots. Sam Houston State offers top-ranked degree programs and was named No. 3 among the ‘2020 Best Valued Online Colleges.’ With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online. In the fall of 2020, SHSU welcomed its inaugural class of student doctors into the College of Osteopathic Medicine, the third college of osteopathic medicine in Texas. Its mission is to train physicians who will serve the healthcare needs of rural and underserved Texans. Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in t...he U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges the university's significant commitment to service. At SHSU, the student-athlete experience is defined by Bearkat Athletics, with 17 teams competing at the NCAA Division 1 level in Conference USA. With SHSU’s array of recognized academic programs, exceptional student support services, volunteer opportunities and more, Bearkats are not only well-prepared to think and respond to the workforce needs of a rapidly changing world but stand ready to serve their community.

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