Development Team Head Coach, Varsity Assistant & Recruiting Coordinator- William Smith Soccer

DetailsPosted: 27-Apr-26Location: Geneva, New YorkType: Full-timeCategoriesCoachingCoaching - SoccerSectorCollegiate SportsInternal Number: 7107267Development Team Head Coach, Varsity Assistant & Recruiting Coordinator- William Smith SoccerHobart William Smith CollegesLocation: Geneva, NYOpen Date: Apr 16, 2026DescriptionThe successful candidate will assist the head coach in the organization and management of a competitive NCAA Division III women's soccer program, including serving as the head coach for the William Smith Soccer Development Team and the Recruiting Coordinator for the entire WS soccer program. The William Smith Soccer program is comprised of two teams- varsity and development. The position responsibilities will include recruiting prospective students; teaching and coaching student-athletes for successful competition; supporting student-athletes' academic success; player development; cultivating alumni and parent relations; team travel planning; administrative tasks; and other duties as assigned.Essential ResponsibilitiesDevelopment Team Head Coach:In consultation with the head coach, design and implement the philosophy of the development team to be integrated into all practices and games, fitting within the overall philosophy of the William Smith soccer program. This includes all match-day preparation, lineup decisions and in-game adjustmentsHold at least one DT specific team film session a week, when applicableBuild and execute development team practice and game schedule, with approval from head coach.Lead all communication and practice planning for development teamManage all travel logistics, equipment needs, and supervision of any volunteer assistant coaches for development teamIntegrate mental skills into training, teach focus skills, improve communication and create an environment that promotes strong team chemistryOperate digital platforms to develop training, practice and game plansMaintain an exemplary standard of conduct, which reflects the highest level of professionalism and good judgmentBe knowledgeable of and compliant with all institutional, department, NCAA and conference policies, rules and regulationsRecruitingServe as the recruiting coordinator for William Smith soccer- varsity and development teams alongside all other staff membersEffectively recruit prospective student-athletes under the direction of the head coach and consistent with the mission of HWS. This includes recruiting travel.Maintain the sport-specific recruiting electronic database, recruiting logs, visit calendarsCoordinate on-campus visits and junior days; develop home visit recruiting presentationsOversee all aspects of creative video operations related to recruiting and social mediaCoordinate prospect camps and recruiting clinicsRecruit student-athletes who coincide with the academic profile of HWS studentsMaintain open communication with other William Smith coaches regarding shared prospectsCounseling And Advisement Of Student-AthletesProvide individual meetings outside of practice time with all development team players throughout the season.Conduct post-season individual meetings with all development team players.Develop and maintain effective communication with student-athletesReinforce academic success as a priorityEncourage student-athletes to foster a positive relationship with faculty, deans and staffperform the requirements as a Campus Security Authority pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (20 U.S.C.1092 (f) (Clery Act).Professional DevelopmentMaintain active membership in professional sport organizationsPursue formal and informal educational opportunitiesParticipate in William Smith Peak Performance and other educational seminars/trainingsCommunity Engagement/FundraisingPromote the sport and HWS Athletics in area communitiesMaintain a positive relationship with interested constituents (e.g. youth groups, civic organizations, media)Develop a positive relationship with William Smith alumnae and parentsCoordinate prospect camps and recruiting clinicsOther Department Responsibilities (approximately 20% of full-time responsibilities):Serve on Athletics Department operational teams as a game day manager (sport to be assigned by Associate AD for Events)Other InformationThis is a full-time, 10-month, benefits-eligible position. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned. Evening and weekend work are required. Varsity and Development team practices may at times be scheduled simultaneously. Salary: $52,855.07About HWSA liberal arts and sciences institution, Hobart and William Smith is known for consistent success in preparing students for meaningful lives and fulfilling careers through an outcomes-based focus on their futures. Our nationally ranked faculty are accessible teachers and scholars known for the impact of their research and distinguished by the depth of their mentorship. World challenges are studied in the classroom where critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills are honed. In the field, knowledge turns into discovery. In office hours, plans are carefully crafted to tie interests and talents to an academic path that motivates beyond graduation.Our location in the heart of the Finger Lakes allows faculty, staff and students to live and work collaboratively on the banks of a resource-rich lake. Student-athletes play for 30 varsity teams boasting 24 national titles, including the 2023 and 2024 NCAA DIII Men's Ice Hockey Championships. With three graduate programs, students can build on their undergraduate degree with a Master of Arts in Higher Education Leadership, Master of Arts in Teaching, or a Master of Science in Management. Together, the experiences and mentorship at HWS prepare students to lead lives of consequence.QualificationsBachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred. A minimum of 2-4 years of soccer coaching experience at the college-level strongly preferred. A minimum of 4-5 years of combined coaching/playing experience at the college level required. Candidates must demonstrate strong potential to teach, lead and counsel college student-athletes and have enthusiasm for the recruiting duties of the position. The candidate must be a person of integrity, high ethical standards, have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy and mission of William Smith Athletics. Competence with technology resources and a current U.S. driver's license are vital to fulfilling the responsibilities of this position. CPR and First Aid certification required (may be obtained at HWS).Application InstructionsFor more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/185013The Colleges are an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment in their programs and activities against employees or applicants based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, caregiver status, military status, including past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, social class, or any other category or characteristic protected by applicable law.Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. 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