Assistant Coach-Women's Soccer
Intercollegiate Athletics
Search 2284 - Posted February 19, 2026
Emporia State University Intercollegiate Athletics is seeking an Assistant Coach-Women's Soccer.
Assist the Head Coach will all aspect of the Soccer program as requested. This includes: coaching, recruiting, match/tournament scheduling, student development, budget management, compliance with NCAA DII, and conference rules/regulations and community building. The Assistant Soccer Coach is also responsible for participating as a member of the college community and with all collaborative departmental functions as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
COACHING AND TRAINING DUTIES:
- Demonstrate excellent teaching and coaching competencies with regard to:(a) sport skill instruction (b) motivation (c) tactical strategies (d) physical training and fitness in practices and competition.
- Design and execute a competitive schedule for intercollegiate contests (including practice planning) that maximizes individual and collective student-athlete development and performance, prioritizing conference play within an academically rigorous educational experience. Create team results that are competitive within the MIAA and NCAA. Along with the Strength & Conditioning staff, plan and implement the annual conditioning program. Work closely with Training Room personnel regarding prevention and rehabilitation of injuries.
- Successful recruitment, matriculation, retention, and graduation of student-athletes capable of attaining the baccalaureate and or a master’s degree in sufficient quantity to maintain a team roster appropriate for competitive success.
- Exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with regard to adherence to NCAA, Conference, Institute, and Department of Athletics rules, policies and expectations including commitment to lifelong learning, sportsmanship on and off the field of play, positive leadership and the desire and ability to act as a positive role model and representative of the Institute at all times.
FINANCIAL AND BUDGETING DUTIES:
- Work within budget limits and guidelines as established by the department.
- Assist with fundraising and developing relationships with supporters, parents, and alumni to help provide necessary funding for travel, equipment, and facility maintenance.
- Assist in sending thank you letters to each donor.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:
- Oversee arrangements for team travel.
- Finalize all needs for day-of-game personnel prior to the beginning of the season.
- Provide student-athletes with opportunities that allow for social, emotional, and academic development, in addition to athletic success through close interpersonal guidance, mentoring and counseling.
- Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with all constituents including department colleagues, administration, faculty, and other college personnel in the spirit of integration and community with a common mission.
- Includes collaboration with service/support functions such as SID, academics, equipment, and athletic business office.
PUBLIC RELATIONS DUTIES:
- Along with External Relations staff, develop and implement a program to promote and market women’s Soccer to increase visibility, ticket sales, contributions and interest in the program.
- Organize and conduct youth camps and coaching clinics as part of the ongoing public relations and promotion of the program in addition to player recruitment.
- Administer a program for maintaining continuing communication with donors, former players and local Soccer community. Participate in whole department and sport specific marketing, public relations, civic and community outreach and fundraising/friend raising activities.munication with donors, former players and local basketball community.
MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES:
- Work with Academic Support to ensure retention, graduation, and commitment to life skills.
- Work with assistant coach regarding inventory and the need to order or replace equipment and/or uniforms.
- Report the need for repairs to facility to the appropriate administrator.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required. Knowledge of soccer and NCAA rules required. 2+ years of collegiate coaching experience required.
- Proven ability to establish positive relationships with donors, alumni, former players and local soccer community essential.
- Proven ability to relate to high school and college-aged student-athletes essential.
COMPENSATION:
- Salary: $43,403 - $45,000 annually
- Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
BENEFITS:
Base pay is one component of Emporia State University’s total rewards package. We are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family that include:
- Health Insurance
- Free Dental insurance for employees
- Retirement through the Kansas Board of Regents
- Paid parental leave
- Up to 31 days paid vacation and holiday days
- Tuition reduction and tuition assistance
- Dependent tuition waiver
- For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit here.
APPLY:
To apply, upload a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts and contact information for three professional references here.
Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.
A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hire.
For more information
Jose Pavon
HR Professional
Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.