Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer

Roger Williams University; Bristol (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Roger Williams University in Bristol, RI, seeks an Assistant Coach for Men's Soccer. The role focuses on coaching, teaching student-athletes, and assisting with administration under the Head Coach. You will recruit athletes, develop game‑ready skills, and ensure adherence to NCAA and university policies.

Responsibilities include planning practices, evaluating team progress, and maintaining records. A Bachelor's degree and CPR/First Aid certification are required; willingness to travel and work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline from an accredited four-year collegiate institution.
• Experience coaching intercollegiate sports with ability to recruit talented players.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and recruiting regulations for the sport.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop sport-specific skills in a safe and prudent manner.
• Schedule practice and game preparation; conduct post game analysis and update lesson plans.
• Recruit high-caliber student-athletes and manage recruitment activities.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA and university policies; assist Head Coach with skill development.

Skills

Coaching experience

Recruiting ability

NCAA rules knowledge

CPR/First Aid

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Tools

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Roger Williams University

Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer

Location: Bristol, RI

Category: Athletics

Job Type: Part-time Temporary

Posted On: Thu Oct 8 2026

Job Description

Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach is responsible for all aspects of the development and administration of a successful NCAA Division III Intercollegiate Sport Program. The program will be conducted in accordance with all University and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules, regulations, and policies. The Assistant Coach is a professional employee of the University with a primary duty of teaching and instructing student-athletes in the specific sport that is being coached. The vast majority of the Assistant Coach's time is spent on coaching/teaching duties, while a minority of the Assistant Coach's time is spent performing administrative duties.

Coaching/Teaching

Teach and develop sport-specific skills in a successful, safe and prudent manner.

Create, present, and maintain records of up-to-date lesson plans for pre-season/season practice drills and procedures detailing the desired goals to be achieved.

Schedule practice and game preparation sessions, and conduct post game analysis and incorporate into lesson plans.

Conduct research of opposing teams.

Administrative

Conduct an ongoing recruitment program through a variety of methods, both on and off the court/field with the goal to attract, select and encourage enrollment of high caliber student-athletes.

Initiate new ideas and methods to improve the program in support of the University goal of a successful conference and attainment of a regional level Intercollegiate Associate ranking relevant to the specific sport.

Assist the Head Coach with the development of sport specific skills, in a successful, safe and prudent manner.

Additional Functions

Comply with the sport specific intercollegiate affiliation policy, conference rules, and department policy and procedures.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in a related discipline from an accredited four-year collegiate institution.
• Experience in coachingand knowledge of the fundamentals, tactics, and strategies of coaching intercollegiate sports with ability to recruit talented players for the program.
• Knowledgeable and current on all College rules and regulations concerning eligibility and recruiting related to specific sport that is being coached.
• Ability to handle emergency situations involving students.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Current driver's license.
• Ability to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intercollegiate sport specific experience.
• Ability to work on nights, weekends and some holidays.

At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Additional Information

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: [phone] / Email Address: [e-mail]

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.