Head Women's Soccer Coach

Position Title:

Head Women's Soccer Coach

Position Information:
Full Time

The Women’s Soccer Coach provides leadership, supervision, and development of the University’s intercollegiate Women’s soccer program. This position is responsible for all aspects of program management, including coaching, recruitment, player development, scheduling, budgeting, and compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional regulations.

• Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of the women's soccer program.
• Recruit and retain student-athletes who demonstrate strong academic and athletic potential.
• Coordinate training sessions, game strategies, and conditioning programs.
• Oversee team travel, scheduling, and budget management.
• Ensure adherence to NCAA, conference and University compliance standards.
• Mentor student-athletes on academic achievement, sportsmanship, and personal development.
• Supervise and evaluate assistant coaches and volunteer staff.
• Coordinate with the athletic director and campus departments on game-day operations and community engagement.
• Promote a positive image of the program through alumni relations and community service.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum three years of collegiate or equivalent coaching experience.
• CPR / AED certification.
• Experience building and sustaining a competitive, winning program.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting student-athletes who excel academically and athletically.
• Experience managing assistant coaches and support staff.
• Experience with international recruitment or development programs.
• High-level knowledge of advanced soccer tactics, analytics, and training methodologies.
• Experience with program budgeting and resource management.
• Demonstrated history of fostering an inclusive, positive, and disciplined team culture.
• Strong understanding of academic support systems and student-athlete retention strategies.
• Proven ability to engage alumni, boosters, and donors.

• Ability to demonstrate soccer techniques, drills, movements, and conditioning exercises to student-athletes.
• Ability to stand, run, walk, kneel, squat, and move freely on uneven outdoor surfaces for extended periods during practices and games.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment such as soccer balls, training cones, goals, water coolers, and medical kits weighing up to 35–50 lbs.
• Visual and auditory acuity necessary to observe student-athlete performance, identify safety hazards, and communicate effectively during practices and competitions.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and recruiting standards.
• Knowledge of Title IX as it applies to athletics.
• Proven record of player development and competitive success.

Posting Number: S954

• Position requires travel:
  Yes
• Position requires night, weekend, and after-hour work:
  Yes
• Position is supported using grants or contract funding:
  No

• Open Date: 12/03/2025
• Close Date: 03/03/2026

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

• Resume/CV
• Copies of unofficial transcripts
• Official transcripts (required upon hire)
• CPR certification
• AED certification
• Cover Letter (optional)