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Job Title: Assistant Coach
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Head Coach
Washington Adventist University’s Athletics Department is seeking a dedicated Volunteer Assistant Coach to help foster student-athlete growth, sportsmanship, and team spirit. This role is designed for individuals who wish to contribute their time and talents to support our Women’s Soccer program in a non-paid, community service capacity.
Key Responsibilities (occasional and non-operational)
To maintain volunteer status under federal and state labor laws, volunteers will not:
Application Process
Interested individuals should submit a brief statement of interest.
Selected volunteers will be required to sign a Volunteer Agreement confirming the role is unpaid and in compliance with university policy, FLSA guidelines, and Maryland labor law.
Women's Soccer Assistant Coach - VOLUNTEER
Takoma Park, MarylandDepartment: Athletics
Reports To: Head Coach
Washington Adventist University’s Athletics Department is seeking a dedicated Volunteer Assistant Coach to help foster student-athlete growth, sportsmanship, and team spirit. This role is designed for individuals who wish to contribute their time and talents to support our Women’s Soccer program in a non-paid, community service capacity.
Key Responsibilities (occasional and non-operational)
- Assist at select practices with basic drills and warm-ups under the Head Coach’s supervision.
- Serve as a mentor to student-athletes, promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, and academic success.
- Provide support during home games for non-strategic tasks (e.g., equipment setup, hydration stations).
- Participate in team community service projects and outreach events.
To maintain volunteer status under federal and state labor laws, volunteers will not:
- Conduct formal recruiting or scouting of athletes.
- Independently plan practices or develop game strategy.
- Make in-game coaching decisions or lead the program in the Head Coach’s absence.
- Supervise or manage paid staff or student workers.
- Flexible and irregular schedule based on availability — typically 5–10 hours per month.
- Participation is voluntary and may be ended by either party at any time.
- Knowledge of soccer fundamentals and enthusiasm for working with student-athletes.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Washington Adventist University.
- Must be 18 years or older and successfully complete a background check.
- Opportunity to contribute to the development of student-athletes.
- Involvement in a positive, team-oriented environment.
- Personal satisfaction from supporting the WAU community.
Application Process
Interested individuals should submit a brief statement of interest.
Selected volunteers will be required to sign a Volunteer Agreement confirming the role is unpaid and in compliance with university policy, FLSA guidelines, and Maryland labor law.