Assistant Soccer Coach

Tuskegee University; Tuskegee (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Assistant Soccer Coach at Tuskegee University supports the Head Coach in all phases of the intercollegiate program, with a focus on training, recruiting, and student-athlete development.

You will assist in planning practices, identify recruits, monitor academics, manage travel and equipment, coordinate video analysis, and engage with the community.

The role requires coaching experience at collegiate level and CPR/AED certification, with willingness to travel and work nights or weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required; Master’s preferred.
• Experience coaching soccer at the collegiate, club, or high school level.
• CPR / AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting practice sessions and game strategies.
• Identify and recruit qualified student-athletes consistent with institutional standards.
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and well-being.
• Manage administrative duties including travel logistics, equipment, and compliance paperwork.
• Coordinate video analysis, scouting reports, and statistical tracking.
• Support community engagement and fundraising activities.
• Serve as a mentor and advocate for student-athletes.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree (required)

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CPR / AED certification

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

• Tuskegee University employment application
• Resume/CV
• Copies of unofficial transcripts.
• Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

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Position Information

Position Title

Status

Status Full Time

Job Summary

The Assistant Soccer Coach supports-the Head Coach in all phases of the intercollegiate soccer program, with a focus on training, recruiting, and student-athlete development.

• Assist in planning and conducting practice sessions and game strategies.
• Identify and recruit qualified student-athletes consistent with institutional standards.
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and well-being.
• Manage administrative duties including travel logistics, equipment, and compliance paperwork.
• Coordinate video analysis, scouting reports, and statistical tracking.
• Support community engagement and fundraising activities.
• Serve as a mentor and advocate for student-athletes.

Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required; Master’s preferred.
• Experience coaching soccer at the collegiate, club, or high school level.
• CPR / AED certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of collegiate coaching or elite club-level coaching experience.
• Previous playing experience at the collegiate or professional level.
• Experience assisting with recruiting. scouting, and student-athlete development.

Physical Demands

• Ability to demonstrate soccer techniques, drills, movements, and conditioning exercises to student-athletes.
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, squat, and move freely on uneven outdoor surfaces for extended periods during practices and games.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment such as soccer balls, training cones, goals, water coolers, and medical kits weighing up to 35—50 lbs.
• Visual and auditory acuity necessary to observe student-athlete performance, identify safety hazards. and communicate effectively during practices and competitions.

Skills and Attributes

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of NCAA and conference rules.
• Knowledge of Title IX as it applies to athletics programming.

Skills:

• Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability:

• Demonstrated commitment to student success and ethical coaching standards.
• Ability to travel with teams, which may involve prolonged sitting, walking through airports and venues, and carrying luggage.
• Must maintain physical stamina to conduct multi-hour practices, participate in training sessions, and stand on sidelines for extended periods.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring moderate physical exertion in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).

Posting Number

Will this position required travel?

Yes

Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?

Yes

Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?

No

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Open Date 07/28/2026

Close Date

Close Date 09/30/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions Summary

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

• Tuskegee University employment application
• Resume/CV
• Copies of unofficial transcripts.
• Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited institution? Master\'s degree preferred.
• Yes
• No

• * Do you have a minimum three years of collegiate or equivalent coaching experience?
• Yes
• No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcript 1
• CPR
• AED

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter