Volunteer
East Side Soccer is a totally volunteer-run organization. These are many tasks that wouldn't get done without the hard work and commitment of these volunteers. Please consider volunteering to help East Side Soccer run smoothly! Possible volunteer options include:Coach - we need at least two coaches for each team. Although coaching the older divisions is easier for experienced coaches, those without experience can feel comfortable in the lower divisions. The K/1 coaches begin their fall season with a training session. Other training is also available.
Division Coordinators – for each of our 7 divisions. Make up team rosters and schedules, and relay these and equipment to the coaches. Collect equipment at the end of the season. Attend board meetings.
Registrar - receives registrations and distributes them to the coordinators. Maintains NYSWYSA online database for ESS registrations. Attends board meetings.
Permit Coordinator - obtains permits from the City of Syracuse for field use.
Field Coordinator(s) – paints lines on the fields. (Yes, we have equipment to do so!) Works with contractor to arrange mowing and other general maintenance.
Referee Coordinators (2 needed) - One person schedules the high school student referees for games, and the other is responsible for paying the refs each Saturday
Practice Field Coordinator – coordinates scheduled practice times and fields with the 4/5 and 6/7/8 divisions’ coaches, so that two teams don’t show up at the same field at the same time!
Coach-Development Coordinator – Sets up and coordinates training classes for coaches. (No, you don’t have to teach them!)
Team Parents - work with coaches and division coordinators to share information and schedules, coordinate snacks, etc.
Equipment Coordinator - orders equipment such as balls, shirts, uniforms, nets, etc. Distributes the equipment to and picks it up from division coordinators at the beginning and end of each year, and arranges storage. Attends board meetings.
Board Officer – President, Secretary, Treasurer, etc. These jobs involve traditional duties that go with the title! Of course, officers attend board meetings.
Volunteer Recruiter – helps fill these positions! Attends board meetings.
You may sign up for coaching and team parent positions on the registration form. You may also indicate your interest in other positions there, or, if you want to help out in another position, email info@eastsidesoccer.org.