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ABOUT POMONA COLLEGE: Located near Los Angeles, California, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona is a member of The Claremont Colleges.

JOB PURPOSE: The Assistant Coach for Women's Soccer assists the Head Coach in designated aspects of running the Women's Soccer program. Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, organizing goalkeeper training sessions to alight with team objectives, scouting opponents, recruiting as needed, implementing IDPs, video analysis, coaching ID Clinics and game preparation. The Assistant Coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Pomona College, the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC), and the NCAA Division III.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reporting directly to the Head Soccer Coach and Athletic Director, the Assistant Coach position will provide opportunities and responsibilities in the areas of athletic performance that include, but are not limited to:

• Strong administrative, interpersonal skills, and computer/technology skills.

• Appropriate certifications in First Aid, CPR, AED, or willingness to complete certifications upon hire if working independently with student-athletes.

• Operate computers with basic Microsoft Office software (such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, docs) and associated professional software (such as Internet research and menu-driven databases). Demonstrate understanding of the use of equipment in assessing and improving department systems and processes to achieve annual goals and maintain confidentiality.

• Demonstrate effective, accurate, and clear communication with excellent/strong verbal, written, interpersonal, reading, phone, and customer service skills. Follow all written and verbal instructions, asking questions as needed for clarification of duties.

• Use strong organizational and time management skills to complete work with accuracy and keen attention to detail.

ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT DUTIES AND OPPORTUNITIES:

Based on departmental need and individual availability, additional hours may be available in the following areas.

Winter and Spring Season Only:

• Serve as home contest manager.

• Work alongside the Assistant AD for Operations and Events.

• Opportunities to work alongside athletics communications.

• Assist with club sports.

Year-long Opportunities:

• Assist with the oversight of the Athletic Performance Center

• Assist with the Center for Athletics, Recreation, and Wellness

• Serve on department committees

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience required.

2. Licenses/Certificates: A valid driver's license is required or an equivalent means of reliable transportation to off-site meetings and events.

3. Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience as a coach at the collegiate or professional level of athletics. Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience preferred. Experience in the recruitment of academically focused scholar-athletes is preferred. Capacity to positively interact with and support a culturally, ethnically, economically, and socially diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND CRITICAL SKILLS:

• Strong administrative, interpersonal skills, and computer/technology skills.

• Appropriate certifications in First Aid, CPR, AED, or willingness to complete certifications upon hire if working independently with student-athletes.

• Operate computers with basic Microsoft Office software (such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and associated professional software (such as Internet research and menu-driven databases). Demonstrate understanding of the use of equipment in assessing and improving department systems and processes to achieve annual goals and maintain confidentiality.

• Demonstrate effective, accurate, and clear communication with excellent/strong verbal, written, interpersonal, reading, phone, and customer service skills. Follow all written and verbal instructions, asking questions as needed for clarification of duties.

• Use strong organizational and time management skills to complete work with accuracy and keen attention to detail.

REQUIRED HOURS AND ADDITIONAL POSITION DETAILS: This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefit-eligible position. The hourly rate for this role is $16.90 per hour, 15-20 hours per week, depending on the competitive season. The specific factors that the College will consider when offering a salary to an individual will include, but not be limited to, education, training, relevant prior experience, and performance in prior role. All staff positions are ineligible for visa or permanent resident card sponsorship. As a California employer, Pomona College requires all employees to be residents of California.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Qualified applicants must submit the following materials: a current cover letter, a current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.

ADA/OSHA: This job description defines the essential job duties of this position. The College expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

DISCLAIMER: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, the College will review this job description and make changes of business necessity.