Head Coach, Men's Soccer

Job Summary

The Men's Soccer Coach is responsible for the overall coaching, planning and direction of Drexel's Division I Men's Soccer Program.

Essential Functions

• Teach, coach, train and motivate student-athletes to perform at the highest level through organized team and individual sessions.
• Prepare and organize training sessions to enhance team performance.
• Foster an environment within the Men's Soccer program that supports the department mission of personal growth and integrity, diversity, leadership, sportsmanship and a commitment to athletic and academic excellence.
• Ensure that the Program complies with all institution, CAA and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Select and successfully recruit student athletes which meet the needs and growth of the Program, Department and institution.
• Create a manage a Program that retains, educates and graduates its student athletes.
• Communicate with all constituents of the program including staff, faculty, students, parents, alumni and friends.
• Establish a strong foundation of alumni support and work to create an alumni board of directors to foster growth of the soccer community through fundraising and engagement.
• Work effectively with administrators, staff and coaches within the department of athletics to operate the program effectively.
• In conjunction with Strength and Conditioning staff, develop a training and conditioning program.
• Manage budget, award scholarships, recommend equipment needs and other administrative responsibilities related to program operations.
• Create a competitive non-conference schedule that supports the growth of the program and the student-athlete experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or Equivalent and 5 years of experience.
• Experience coaching and/or playing collegiate soccer.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and instruct the skills and strategies of soccer.
• Proven success of mentoring student athletes.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of the role of intercollegiate athletics in a dynamic university setting.
• NSCAA Premier or Advanced National diploma and/or USSF "A" license or the equivalent.

Location

University City, Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This position is classified as Exempt. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.   

We encourage you to explore Drexel's Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on our compensation framework.  

You can also find valuable information about our benefits in the Benefits Brochure.  

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

Review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.