Assistant Women's Soccer Coach

Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach

• Serve as lead assistant women’s soccer coach with specific coaching responsibilities assigned by the head coach;

• Attend practices, competitions, meetings, planning sessions, recruiting activities, and other essential soccer-related functions;

• Assist the head coach in the administration and management of the women’s soccer program as assigned;

• Actively participate in the recruitment and retention of student-athletes;

• Support the holistic development of student-athletes and contribute to a positive team culture aligned with the mission of Luther College;

• Demonstrate professionalism and engagement in professional development activities, including but not limited to staying current with coaching strategies, teaching techniques, recruiting trends, and NCAA Division III best practices;

• Adhere to the rules, policies, and regulations established by Luther College, the Midwest Conference, and the NCAA;

• Demonstrate a willingness to support the mission, philosophy, and goals of Luther College, NCAA Division III athletics, and the Midwest Conference;

• Assist with team travel coordination, game preparation, equipment organization, and other operational aspects of the program;

• Perform other duties as assigned by the head coach and/or Director of Athletics.

Athletics Administrative and Event Operations Responsibilities

• Assist with athletics event management and game operations for home contests and special events;

• Support day-to-day operational needs of the athletics department;

• Assist with coordination and supervision of student workers and game day staff;

• Collaborate with coaches and athletics staff to support departmental initiatives and student-athlete experience efforts;

• Provide administrative and operational support for athletics programs and departmental functions as assigned;

• Contribute positively to a collaborative, team-oriented athletics department culture;

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred;

• 1–3 years of successful high school or college soccer coaching experience preferred;

• Experience with recruiting software, CRMs, and/or institutional enrollment systems preferred;

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;

• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and friends of the college;

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented athletics environment.