Assistant Coach, Women's Soccer (1st Assistant)

Job Title: Assistant Coach- Women’s Soccer (1st Assistant)

Department: Athletics

Position Reports to (Position Title): Head Coach- Women’s Soccer

Effective Date: July 1st, 2026

Position Class (Exempt or Non-Exempt): Exempt

Position Type (Full Time or Part Time): Full Time

Is this a Primary or Additional Position: Primary

Job Description

Primary responsibilities are to assist the Head Coach in all aspects of Division I program including, but not limited to, teaching student athletes how to perform soccer, coordinating team travel arrangements, game day personnel management, and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Administration. This position will also assist the Head Coach in organization, administration, and promotion of the program. Approximately 50% of the Assistant Coach’s responsibility is dedicated to the teaching and instruction of Soccer through on-field (or on-court) training and classroom training through use of video and other teaching techniques. Approximately 50% of the Assistant Coach’s responsibilities are other administrative duties. Candidates must be committed to the academic and athletic success of the student-athletes. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Graduate Assistants and/or Interns

Duties/Responsibilities

Assisting with any or all of the following duties as assigned by Head Coach: 

TEACHING/INSTRUCTING STUDENT-ATHLETES HOW TO DEVELOP AND PERFORM IN THE SPORT OF SOCCER – Responsible for: 

· Instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport. 

· Organizing and directing individual and small group practice activities/exercises as directed by the head coach 

· Assess player’s skills, monitors players during competition and practice, and keeps the head coach informed of the athletic performance of students 

SCHEDULING– Responsible for: 

· Assisting with scheduling of all competition 

FINANCIAL AID– Responsible for: 

· Understanding NCAA regulations 

· Initiating process for initial and renewal grants 

· Consistently updating team rosters 

· Meeting athletic grant-in-aid budget 

BUDGETS– Responsible for: 

· Assisting in annual budget preparation 

· Staying within amount budgeted for fiscal year 

· Having all expenditures pre-approved through appropriate channels 

TRAVEL– Responsible for: 

· Initiating process for all travel arrangements and submitting reports within 48 hours of return

EQUIPMENT/APPAREL– Responsible for: 

· Pre- and Post-season inventory 

· Care and maintenance of all equipment/apparel and facilities 

· Initiating process to order equipment/apparel 

ACADEMICS– Responsible for: 

· Supporting all Department of Athletics policies on classroom attendance, study hall, progress reports and enforcing disciplinary actions 

· Working with teams to maintain and increase their APR 

FUNDRAISING– Responsible for: 

· Getting prior approval from the Development office prior to initiating a fund raising activity 

· Devising new methods of fund raising 

· Being available for Departmental fund raising activities 

· Following guidelines established by Department, University, and the NCAA for fund raising activities 

PAPERWORK – Responsible for: 

· Completing all paperwork by established athletic department and NCAA deadlines 

MEETINGS – Responsible for: 

· Attending and contributing to all Department of Athletics meetings and requested functions

CAMPS - Responsible for: 

· Following guidelines established by Department, University, and the NCAA for camp procedures and operations 

RECRUITING - Responsible for: 

· Compliance with NCAA recruiting rules and completing associated paperwork in a timely manner

· Arranging financially responsible recruiting trips 

· Initiating arrangements for all official visits 

· Recruiting student who will be an asset to the University and Department of Athletics and graduate in a timely manner

Required Skills/Abilities

· Knowledge of NCAA Rules and Regulations

· Mastery of sport coached

· Ability to lead, guide and direct graduate assistants, interns and student-athletes 

· Willingness to form relationships with constituents and help fundraise

Education, Certificates, Licenses, and Experience

1. Minimum Education Requirement: 

· Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university, master’s degree preferred

 2. Minimum Work Experience: 

· Two years collegiate coaching experience at NCAA Division I level preferred 

3. Preferred Qualifications: 

· Experience with NCAA Division I Rules and Regulations 

· Proven recruiting abilities 

· Demonstrated leadership skills

Physical Requirements

·Must be able to physically perform essential job duties or have special accommodations arranged in advance

Work Conditions

· Required to work atypical hours including nights, weekends, potential holidays

· May be required to practice in heat, cold, inclement weather

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

To Apply

Interested applicants are asked to submit a resume with this application.