Head Coach - Men's & Women's Soccer

About the role

Join Baker College, honored as one of the 2024, 2025 & 2026 Best and Brightest Workplaces in West Michigan, Metro Detroit, and Nationally. This is a unique opportunity to help build a soccer program from the ground up as part of our newly established athletic department. The Head Coach serves as a key leader and strategic visionary, responsible for building and sustaining a premier intercollegiate soccer program. This role oversees all aspects of program development, including training, competition strategy, recruiting, and operations, while ensuring full compliance with NAIA and WHAC regulations. As both a mentor and ambassador for Baker College, the Head Coach fosters a culture of excellence, integrity, sportsmanship, and inclusion, supporting the academic, athletic, and personal success of student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and evaluate prospective student-athletes.
• Supervise and develop coaching staff.
• Manage budgets and program operations.
• Coordinate team logistics.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Represent the College with professionalism.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Kinesiology, Education, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
• 3–5 years of collegiate coaching experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Familiarity with NAIA or NCAA recruitment and eligibility standards.
• Proven record of effective coaching, student-athlete development, and budget management.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Valid driver’s license.

About Baker College

Founded in 1911, Baker College is committed to embracing technology, sparking innovation, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students gain real-world knowledge, skills, and experiences. With six campus locations across Michigan and online programs, Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution granting associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Our student-first philosophy guides every decision, ensuring students have the opportunity to work hard, grow, and succeed.