Assistant Coach - Women's Soccer

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coaching & Student-Athlete Development (50%)
  • Aid in planning and conducting practices, training sessions, and competitions
  • Provide technical and tactical instruction to student-athletes
  • Support individual and team skill development
  • Aid in scouting opponents and preparing game strategies
  • Promote a positive team culture focused on sportsmanship, leadership, accountability, and student-athlete well-being
  • Maintain monitoring of student-athlete progress and provide mentorship and support as appropriate
• Recruiting & Talent Evaluation (25%)
  • Aid in the identification, evaluation, and recruitment of prospective student-athletes
  • Communicate with prospective student-athletes, families, coaches, and admissions personnel
  • Attend recruiting events, tournaments, showcases, and camps as assigned
  • Maintain recruiting records and assist with recruiting correspondence
  • Aid in all recruiting activities in accordance with NCAA, conference, and university regulations
• Program Administration & Operations (15%)
  • Aid in team travel planning, equipment management, scheduling, and other operational needs
  • Support organization of camps, clinics, and community engagement activities
  • Aid in game-day operations and event management responsibilities
  • Maintain accurate records and complete administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach
• Compliance, Communication & Departmental Support (10%)
  • Adhere to and help enforce NCAA, conference, and institutional policies and procedures
  • Participate in departmental meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities
  • Collaborate effectively with athletic department staff, faculty, admissions personnel, and campus partners
  • Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Women's Soccer program and Athletics Department

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Experience participating in and/or coaching soccer at the high school, club, collegiate, or equivalent competitive level
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Knowledge of soccer fundamentals, tactics, and player development principles
• Ability to teach and demonstrate soccer skills effectively
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to recruit and evaluate prospective student athletes
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required
• Commitment to supporting the academic success and overall development of student athletes

Preferred Qualifications

• Collegiate playing experience
• Collegiate coaching experience
• Experience recruiting prospective student athletes
• Experience working within an NCAA athletic program
• Goalkeeper coaching, strength and conditioning, video analysis, or other specialized soccer coaching experience
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and positive student-athlete experience