Head Coach and General Manager - Men's Soccer

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

The expected pay range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 annually.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. 

At Heat Athletics and Recreation, students and student-athletes are at the heart of everything we do. Empowered by strong partnerships, a supportive culture, and a champions mindset, our commitment to building high-performance programs and an inclusive healthy campus extends beyond physical activity - fostering resilience, community and a sense of pride for generations to come. 

• →Coaches and manages the men’s soccer program.
• →Leads the effective selection, mentorship and evaluation of assistant coaches and other team personnel.
• →Develops and executes short- and long-term plans for recruitment and retention of academically qualified and highly skilled student-athletes to the program.
• →Plans and implements student-athlete training and evaluation methods that are current and individualized.
• →Develops and delivers an annual performance plan.
• →In conjunction with the Student-Athlete Success & Compliance Advisor, responsible for orienting student-athletes to the policies and regulations of the University, Department of Athletics and Recreation, Canada West and U SPORTS.
• →Works with the Director, Varsity Sport in competition scheduling and program development.
• →Prepares and manages all program budgets as directed by the Director, Varsity Sport.
• →Performs general manager duties in conjunction with the respective administrative units, such as travel arrangements, student-athlete financial awards, housing, parking and eligibility requirements.
• →Works with the Student-Athlete Success & Compliance Advisor to support student-athletes with maintaining and developing good academic standing and monitors and assists student-athletes with academic progress.
• →Works with the Manager, Health & Well-Being and other identified integrated support team members in the delivery of related sport medicine and science programs.
• →Attends Department and coaches’ meetings and participates in the management of the Department as required.
• →Projects a positive image of the student-athletes, program and the Department.

• →Basic level of First Aid Training and Class 4 BC Driver’s license preferred.
• →Proven record of successfully recruiting student athletes.
• →Proven record of strong communication, presentation, organizational, leadership, administrative, budget management and interpersonal skills.
• →Ability to establish long-term goals and vision.
• →Demonstrated skills/ability in problem solving and exercising good judgment, taking initiative, as well as maintaining tact and composure in a highly competitive environment.
• →Familiarity with the local, provincial, and national sport-specific associations and communities.
• →In-depth knowledge of rules and regulations of the sport.
• →Ability to mentor, motivate, and develop the academic and athletic potential of student athletes in the context of competitive sport, while fostering positive work and learning environments.
• →Strong working knowledge of MS Office suite an asset.
• →Strong working knowledge of video-editing and use of video for competition prep and post-competition review/teaching.
• →Ability to demonstrate thorough game planning for opponents based on weekend schedule formats.
• →This position requires significant travel as well as working on weekends, holidays, and evenings. This is a fast-paced position that works under time constraints to meet competing demands. This is also a high-profile position that requires regular liaison with the community. 
  

• Works with Development & Alumni Engagement (DAE) to develop and lead team fundraising and alumni initiatives.
• With DAE, develops goals and priorities for fundraising, and works with donors to support team success through philanthropy.
• With support from DAE, develop and maintains connections with alumni and provides opportunities for alumni engagement, including participation in Homecoming, community engagements, and fundraising activities like Giving Day.
• Works with the Athletics & Recreation team to identify, cultivate, and maintain sponsorship opportunities that align with the club’s programs, events, and strategic goals.
• Participation in provincial and national programs and community events is encouraged to enhance coaching advancement as well as the impact of the program.
• Leading their team in raising Heat Athletics & Recreation school spirit by engaging current students on campus and offering opportunities to get student athletes out into the community
• Develop and maintain relationships with local schools, community organizations, alumni, and fans.
• Represent the team at community events, speaking engagements, and public appearances.
• Works with the Communication & Marketing Strategist and other members of the communications team in support of content related to earned media, GoHeat.ca and associated social media channels.
• Collaborates with the Communication & Marketing Strategist and other members of the marketing and events team in developing materials and supporting initiatives designed to market and promote the program.
• Work closely with the Director, Varsity Sport to ensure all community engagement activities of the team align with Departmental and university goals.   

• Oversee all aspects of junior programming and summer camps specific to the sport, including curriculum development, coach mentoring, participant recruitment, and program evaluation, while promoting growth, retention, and community engagement.
• The Heat junior programs and summer camps will deliver quality coaching experiences, support player retention, and cultivate a strong pipeline of athletes.
• The Heat Junior programs and summer camps endeavor to enhance player development, promote participation, and strengthen community involvement with the institution and the Heat varsity program.
• Participate in professional development days, presenting at Coach Education Workshops, and mentoring school, club, and provincial team coaches.