Men's Soccer Head Coach - Department of Athletics and Recreation
$27,000 per annum
December 1, 2024, to April 30, 2028 (Term may be reduced or extended depending on performance, available funding and departmental requirements)
The University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for the position of Men’s Soccer Head Coach.
PLEASE NOTE: The Women’s Soccer Head Coach role is also posted. If candidates are interested in both positions the university will accept applications to consider combining the two Head Coach roles. When applying please indicate.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation, the hired candidate will be responsible for building a successful and competitive men’s soccer program that is student-centered and focused on high performance goals.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Recruiting, training, and developing high performance student-athletes
- Coaching, administering, managing, and promoting the men’s soccer program and Panther Athletics
- Managing in season and out of season training programs (mental & physical conditioning)
- Organizing and conducting practices and preparing the team for competition
- Arranging a competitive exhibition schedule
- Creating a positive atmosphere and support system for student learning and development
- Supporting and developing fundraising programs
- Complying with and adhering to current AUS and U SPORTS regulations, as well as University and Varsity Athletics policies
- Engaging in the promotion and development of soccer within the community (camps, clinics, etc.)
- Working collaboratively with cross-functional partners:
- Business Manager to develop and balance program budget
- Varsity Sport Coordinator to plan varsity events (scheduling, transportation, etc.)
- Working flexible hours (evenings and weekends)
For a detailed position profile, please view the document found at the following link: Men’s Soccer Head Coach position profile.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must have:
- Post-secondary degree
- A minimum of three years of soccer coaching experience at an elite (high school, provincial, college, university) level
- Soccer Coaching Certification (National Canadian Soccer Association B License or the equivalent is an asset)
- Coaching Certification NCCP Competition Development is an asset
- Outstanding leadership qualities, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders and team supporters
- The ability to recruit top prospect student athletes (strong students, citizens and athletes) who will be strong representatives for our university
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.
UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.
Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.
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