Head Coach, Men's Soccer

At Wheeling University, you’ll find more than just a workplace — you’ll join a mission-driven community that lives by values of leadership, service, faith, integrity, and excellence. As an employee, you’ll be part of a university that is committed to integrating learning, research, and outreach within its Catholic tradition, seeking to develop competent professionals, and socially responsible citizens. Wheeling promotes close student-faculty connections and encourages all members to grow both intellectually and ethically, to serve with compassion among diverse communities, and to lead by example. In such an environment, your work will matter — your contributions help sustain a culture where academic rigor, moral purpose, and service to others are more than ideals --they are daily actions and practices.

The Head Coach for Men’s Soccer will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the NCAA Division II Men’s Soccer program at Wheeling University. This position requires a dynamic individual who can develop and execute a competitive vision for the program, recruit high-quality student-athletes, and foster an environment that values academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement.

Job Responsibilities:

• Trains and prepares student-athletes by teaching sport-specific skills, tactics, and philosophy; plans, schedules, and directs practices; and oversees physical training and conditioning during both in-season and off-season periods.
• Monitors and supports student-athlete academic progress in coordination with the Faculty Academic Representative, Academic Coordinator, and Registrar; establishes study halls; facilitates tutoring and mentoring; and ensures academic eligibility and accurate entry into the NCAA Compliance Program in accordance with NCAA and conference requirements.
• Recruits, scouts, and evaluates prospective student-athletes in compliance with NCAA, conference, and University regulations; assesses athletic ability and academic readiness; determines eligibility; and coordinates athletic scholarships consistent with the University’s approved model.
• Oversees graduate assistants, including hiring, training, supervision, performance evaluation, and ongoing feedback.
• Provides clear direction, instruction, feedback, and encouragement while setting expectations and holding staff and student-athletes accountable.
• Fosters a positive, professional, and inclusive environment by modeling strong work ethic, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Coaches and develops student-athletes of all performance levels by identifying potential, building strengths, and supporting individual and team growth.
• Builds rapport and trust through effective communication, active listening, and an approachable, professional demeanor.
• Coordinates people, ideas, and resources to achieve program objectives and ensure effective execution of responsibilities.
• Performs duties independently with minimal supervision while effectively taking and providing direction as appropriate.
• Communicates and upholds the University’s mission, vision, and values with professionalism, dedication, and enthusiasm.
• Maintains regular office consultation hours and performs other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 3 years of coaching experience in soccer, with a track record of competitive success, preferably at the collegiate level.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and develop student-athletes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to the academic success and personal development of student-athletes.
• Knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all relevant rules and regulations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be legally authorized to work in the United States. The University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position at this time.