Women's Soccer Head Coach

Durham; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham College invites applications for the Women’s Soccer Head Coach. The role specializes in developing a National Championship caliber program, recruiting student-athletes from across the country, and leading a high-performance team within the Athletics & Recreation department.

The position requires commitment to student success, equity and inclusion, and availability for evenings, weekends, and travel to off‑campus sites.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience at the post-secondary level preferred.
• Ability to lead, motivate and inspire student-athletes.
• Strong knowledge of the OCAA rules and expectations.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in student activity.
• Willingness to coach during evenings and weekends.
• Experience in fundraising is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a National Championship caliber post-secondary soccer program.
• Recruit, develop and mentor student-athletes with high athletic skills and character.
• Develop a perennial conference contending program.
• Create partnerships with recruitment partners to build a top team.
• Provide coaching leadership to staff and the overall program.
• Organize, coach and deliver a competitive Indoor Soccer program for OCAA.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Recruiting

Data-driven training

Communication

Team coordination

Tools

NCCP Certification

Coaching Licence

Job description

Women's Soccer Head Coach

COMPETITION NO. ADP26-06

AboutDurham College:

Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution with a clear purpose: transforming lives, building careers, and enriching communities.

We prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing world of work through innovative, hands-on and industry-connected learning. From co-ops and field placements to applied research and other experiential opportunities, DC students develop the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence to make an immediate impact in their careers and communities.

Known for future-focused, innovative teaching and strong connections to industry, DC offers a diverse range of market-driven programs designed to respond to evolving workforce needs. Our programs span business, information technology, engineering, construction and skilled trades, health care, science and technology, culinary, hospitality and horticulture, social and community services, and media, art and design.

Across our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby, DC offers 145 programs, including eight degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs, serving nearly 11,000 full-time post-secondary and 2,800 apprenticeship students. We also support lifelong learning through more than 18,000 registrations in professional and part-time learning, while our community of more than 125,000 alumni is making an impact locally and around the world.

Our impact extends well beyond our campuses. DC contributes more than $913 million annually to Durham Region’s economy. Remaining community-connected, DC works closely with employers, industry, and partners to strengthen our communities and create new opportunities. We are committed to embedding sustainability in the way we learn, work, and contribute to the communities we serve.

At DC, employees are at the heart of that impact. As a people-centred college, our culture is grounded in our values of collaboration, diversity and inclusion, excellence, innovation, integrity, respect and social responsibility. Together, we are creating exceptional learning experiences, supporting student success, and helping to shape a more sustainable, equitable, and prosperous future.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The DurhamCollege Athletics & Recreation department is seeking a Head Coach for theVarsity Women’s Soccer team on a contract basis. Reporting to the Director,Athletics & Recreation, this is a contract administrative position withpossibility of yearly renewal, contracted during the sport season. A commitmentto being able to work evenings and weekends and travel to and from work atmultiple locations, including off-campus sites is required.

The HeadCoach will have the proven experience to develop a high-performance soccerprogram coupled with an understanding of a student-centered approach focusingon the development of the whole student (high academic achievement, leadershipdevelopment, community service, and culture development.)

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop, and manage a National Championship caliber post-secondary soccer program
• Recruit, develop and mentor student-athletes with high athletic skills and great character not only provincially but nationally.
• Develop a perennial conference contending program.
• Create a community of recruitment partners eager to contribute to developing a top-of-class team
• Provide coaching leadership in the ongoing development and improvement of the student-athletes
• Provide coaching leadership to coaching staff and the overall program
• Responsible for organizing, coaching and delivering a competitive Indoor Soccer program that competes in the OCAA.

Qualifications:

• Coaching experience at the post-secondary level i.e. college, university or equivalent level preferred
• A demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and inspire student-athletes
• Good understanding of the OCAA conference, league, rules and expectations
• Success at Provincial or National Championships is an asset
• Strong commitment to upholding the values and mission of Durham College
• NCCP – Competition Regional Coach Certified required, Provincial Coach Trained or Certified is an asset. Coaching Licence certification required.
• Experience in recruiting student-athletes within a post-secondary environment is essential.
• Strong communication, motivational, and organizational skills
• Strong knowledge of modern data driven sport specific training, tactics and technical skills development
• Ability to articulate and implement goals in the development of the program
• Ability to coach during evenings and attend competitions (home & away) on weekends
• Ability to attend coaches’ meetings and related athletic department special events
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, organize and lead team specific fundraising activities an asset
• A positive team first attitude during a busy and challenging atmosphere is essential
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion in all matters related to students, staffingand programming.

Durham College invites applications from all qualified individuals. Durham is committed to fostering workplace diversity, and, provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in alternate format; require communication supports; an accommodation in applying for a posting and/or if you are selected for an interview, please contact our Human Resources (HR) department and an HR assistant will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank you for your interest in employment with Durham College however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Competition closes at 7:00 p.m. EST on November 6th. Competition number ADP26-06.

Land Acknowledgement

Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.