Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer

Cumberland University; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland University in Lebanon, TN is seeking an Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach to assist the Head Coach with all team management, practices, and games. The role includes recruiting student-athletes in accordance with university policies and NAIA rules.

The assistant coach will help plan training, mentor players academically, review game film, and support budgets, camps, and game-day operations. A bachelor’s degree is required; experience and a master’s degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of college coaching experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred.
• Strong recruiting ability and program-development mindset.

Responsibilities

• Instruct student-athletes and adhere to NAIA Mid-South conference rules and University policies.
• Lead and monitor training sessions and game-day preparation.
• Assist with recruiting, camps, and clinics in line with university and NAIA rules.
• Coordinate team travel, scheduling, and fundraising efforts.
• Communicate with Head Coach, Athletic Director, and Faculty Athletic Representative.

Skills

Coaching

Recruiting

Player development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

# Assistant Coach, Men's SoccerHot JobCumberland University - Lebanon, TN 37087## OverviewLevelExperiencedPosition TypeAthleticsJob ShiftFull TimeEducation LevelBachelor's DegreeCategoryOther## Description| | || --- | --- || Position Title | Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach || Hours Per Week | TBD || Posting Date | May 25, 2026 || Closing Date | Open Until Filled || Job Type | Full Time || Internal Job Category | Staff || Job Statement/Summary | The Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all management aspects of his/her team. The Assistant Coach must assist the Head Coach with practice and games. Assistant Coaches must make prospective student-athletes aware of all policies and procedures in the University Regulations and the Athletic Handbook. The Assistant Coach should also provide assistance, as needed, in the recruitment of players each season in accordance with University and NAIA rules and regulations. || Essential Functions and Responsibilities | * Instructing student-athletes in all aspects of the sport and establishing adherence guidelines associated with NAIA Mid-South conference rules as well as the University’s policies * Instruction/establishment of comprehensive safety method and standards for student-athletes * Research and preparation of academic teaching methodology relating to sport * Assist with the coordination, planning and development of the sport program * Leading and monitoring both training and practice sessions * Develop and maintain effective interaction with students, staff, alumni, parents, etc. * Mentoring and supporting each student-athlete to maximize their academic success * Review of films to continually improve the success of the program * Evaluate players’ strengths and weaknesses * Ensure that injured players receive appropriate care * Schedule games and practices seeking to minimize scheduling conflicts as much as practicable and to maximize fan participation to the extent possible * Attend all practices having a clear and organized practice plan * Transport the team to away contests, by either driving or having a driver arranged * Assist in managing the team budget * Assist in managing team fundraising efforts * Attend all coaches meetings * Assist in handling all aspects of camps and clinics offered * Consistently communicate with the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director regarding matters related to the program when necessary * Consistently communicate with the Faculty Athletic Representative and Athletic Director regarding all eligibility and scholarship offers when necessary * Assist in managing all recruiting, practice, and travel forms * Assist in managing game day operations * Adhere to the Athletic Department’s Regulations * Adhere to and promote the University and the Athletic Department mission, philosophy, and objectives * Adhere to and promote University policy and all respects * General maintenance to the fields, weight rooms and gyms, which may require lifting or moving of equipment weighing 50 pounds * Must be able to stand for long periods of time || Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | This is a twelve month position reporting to the Head Coach and Athletic Director. The Assistant Coach must have a strong commitment to Athletics and exceptional independent judgment, problem solving, planning skills, and the ability to effectively motivate student-athletes. The Assistant Coach must have the knowledge to teach the sport and the ability to recruit. The Assistant Coach must display professionalism in all aspects of the position. || Experience | 1-3 years of college coaching experience preferred || Education | Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred || Physical Requirements and Working Conditions | Requires standing, lifting, pulling, pushing, carrying and climbing, reaching both high and low. Frequently requires walking and balancing. Work is conducted in a high-paced and very stressful environment. Assistant Coaches are generally in high-profile positions. || | |