What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Women's Club Soccer Coach position at Valparaiso University?
Position Description:
The Head Women's Club Soccer Coach will launch and lead Valpo's club women's soccer program and contribute meaningfully to the broader student experience. This position is equally divided between:
- Program Leadership (50%) – Responsible for building, directing, and developing a competitive women's club soccer program, including recruitment, training, competition, and student mentorship.
- Strategic Additional Responsibilities (50%) – Based on the candidate's qualifications and institutional needs, this portion of the role will focus on one or more of the following areas: student recruitment and admissions support, student success programming, club sports administration, athletic facility operations, and/or game/event management.
Major Responsibilities:
Head Women's Club Soccer Coach – 50%
- Design and implement training, competition, and skill development plans.
- Recruit and retain talented students to the program who are aligned with the university's values.
- Foster a culture of leadership, accountability, and academic success.
- Represent the program across campus and in the community.
- Serve as a mentor and role model to students, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Maintain compliance with all institutional policies and safety protocols.
Additional Strategic Duties – 50%:
Assigned based on qualifications and institutional need in one or more of the following areas:
- Student Recruitment: Serve as admissions counselor, assist with admissions events, tours, and outreach efforts.
- Student Success: Coordinate programming or serve in a role focused on academic support and/or personal development.
- Club Sports Operations: Support the administration, scheduling, and oversight of premier club sport programs.
- Event Management: Assist with the planning and execution of athletic and university events.
- Facilities Maintenance & Support: Contribute to operations within athletic facilities.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Experience coaching or playing soccer.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to handle administrative tasks.
- Ability to take initiative, work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment, and manage multiple priorities.
- Commitment to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment and to preparing students to lead and serve.
- Ability to work extended days, weekends, and holidays. Limited travel required.
Other Qualifications:
- Relevant coaching certification.
- Experience coaching or playing soccer at the collegiate level.
- Experience working in a setting of higher education.
All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.
To be considered for this position, you must upload:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- List of 3 professional references
- Answer all application questions
Please address the cover letter to:
Chris Smith, Assistant Athletics Director for Campus Recreation and Well-Being
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, Indiana