March 20, 2007

HEAD COACH AND ASSISTANT COACH – MEN'S SOCCER

Edmonds Community College is currently accepting applications for a Head Coach and Assistant Coach for Men’s Soccer for our intercollegiate athletic program.  This part-time faculty position reports to the Director of Athletics.

Responsibilities will include:

·      Recruiting talented and academically eligible athletes in a professional manner.

·      Maintaining a strong commitment to following NWAACC and NCAA coaching guidelines and expectations.

·      Having a commitment to academic success while being a positive mentor for student athletes.

·      Supervising and assisting other coaching staff.

·      Teaching fundamentals, skills and conditioning for intercollegiate athletics, and willingness to teach academic classes, sports camps and/or activities for additional compensation.

·      Coordinating seasonal schedules with the Athletic Director.

·      Working with the department staff to proactively plan travel arrangements, budget and equipment purchases.

·      Assisting with departmental fundraising efforts.

·      Performing other responsibilities associated with intercollegiate athletics.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Faimous Harrison, Athletic Director, (425) 640-1391.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

·      B.S. or B.A. from an accredited institution.

·      Current driver’s license.

·      Ability to obtain within the first 30 days a current CPR and First Aid Certification.

·      Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

·      Past experience coaching at the college level preferred but not required.

·      Ability to supervise and assist other coaching staff.

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:   Work is typically performed on the playing field/indoor facility.  Duties require standing/walking for long periods of time, the ability to demonstrate techniques associated with the sport, and lifting materials in excess of 25 pounds.  The ability to communicate clearly is essential.  Personal transportation is needed to travel to meetings and for scouting talent.  This position also requires driving a college van to games.

COMPENSATION:   $4,250 coaching stipend for Head Coach.  Assistant stipend also available.  There is also income potential from PE classes and/or other college opportunities.  Compensation is in accordance with the Negotiated Agreement between the Washington Community College District and Edmonds Community College Federation of Teachers.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:   Applicants should email, fax or mail the following: 

ü    Resume, including names and numbers of three references.

ü    Letter of application describing background and experience.

ü    Unofficial transcript of required degree.

Email address:  faimous.harrison@edcc.edu; fax number:  425-640-1102; U.S. mail address:  Edmonds Community College, Athletic Department, 20000 68^th Avenue West, Lynnwood, WA 98036.  For application information, contact the college web site at www.edcc.edu (under part-time faculty openings) or the Job Line at (425) 640-1510.

CLOSING DATE:   Open until filled. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

·      You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.

·      You must possess a current Washington State driver’s license and show proof of insurance.

·      Ability to obtain within the first 30 days a current CPR and First Aid certification.

·      Agency Shop Fee:  You must become a member of the faculty union or pay a representation fee or nonassociation fee within thirty calendar days of your hire.

EEO/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:   Edmonds Community College is an equal opportunity employer and operates under an affirmative action plan.  Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may call (425) 640-1470 and accommodations will be made to the extent reasonably possible.  The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Changes and/or modifications to this announcement will be circulated to original mailing list.