Head Men's Soccer Coach
Iowa Wesleyan University
Job Description
Iowa Wesleyan University is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as Head Men’s Soccer Coach to continue the program’s upward trends in competitive success, retention, recruitment, and student-athlete experience. The head men’s soccer coach is responsible for administering and organizing all aspects of an intercollegiate athletic soccer program. This is a full time, 12-month positions with the opportunity to participate in our extensive benefit package.
IW offers 18 intercollegiate athletic programs and is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), the American Midwest Conference (AMC), the Heart of America (Wrestling only) and the North Star Athletic Association (Football Only)
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide leadership in the planning and operation of the men’s soccer program.
- Administer program within the policies of Iowa Wesleyan University, the NAIA, and the AMC.
- Provide an environment conducive to a high level of academic performance by team members.
- Organize and facilitate all daily practice sessions, contest preparation, competition, and off-season training.
- Develop and maintain a successful recruiting system to accomplish competitive success and
- roster goals.
- Maintain a high level of visibility within IW’s service region.
- Hire, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches.
- Schedule contests in accordance with the policies set forth by Iowa Wesleyan University.
- Coordinate travel and meal considerations for away contests.
- Organize and run summer camps to help young players improve their athletic skills and create
- positive exposure for IW’s athletic program.
- Enforce discipline and sportsmanship behavior.
- Evaluate and review the program and recommend changes and improvements to the Vice
- President for Advancement and Athletics
- Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Advancement and Athletics
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree Required
- 3-5 years of high-level coaching experience
- Playing experience, preferred
- Valid US Driver’s License with the ability to be authorized to drive IW fleet vehicles for team transportation to and from away contests required.
- Must be available for night and weekend responsibilities.
Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates must upload their letter of interest, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references at https://www.iw.edu/careers.
No phone calls please, candidates will be contacted if search committee is in need of further information. Iowa Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer.