Coach, Athletics

UTN; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah’s Women’s Soccer program seeks a Head Coach to lead all aspects of the program, including strategic vision, recruitment, and student-athlete development. You will direct training and competition, oversee match planning, and ensure compliance with NCAA and conference rules.

The role emphasizes holistic development, health and well-being, academic excellence, and ethical leadership, with collaboration across medical, academic, and performance staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum of six years of coaching experience including player development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules.
• Strong oral, written, and electronic communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of student-athletes, coaches, staff, and administrators.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and to travel as required.
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of background checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate a clear strategic vision for the women’s soccer program.
• Lead technical and tactical instruction for training and competition, aligned with Division I expectations.
• Direct match planning, opponent scouting, and competitive strategy with the coaching staff.
• Lead the recruitment of prospective student-athletes who fit athletic, academic, and team values.
• Foster student-athlete growth academically, athletically, personally, and post-college readiness.
• Champion health and well-being in partnership with sports medicine, mental health, nutrition, and performance staff.
• Maintain academic integrity and work with athletic advising staff.
• Hire, supervise, mentor, and evaluate soccer-specific staff to build a high-performing team.
• Ensure program compliance with NCAA, Big 12, and University rules.
• Collaborate with department and campus partners and model ethical conduct.

Skills

Coaching experience

NCAA rules knowledge

Communication skills

Diversity experience

Travel flexibility

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The University of Utah Women’s Soccer program is seeking a Head Coach to lead all aspects of the program. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to competitive excellence, holistic student‑athlete development, and an accountable, people‑first team environment.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Vision

• Develop, communicate, and carry out a clear strategic vision for the women’s soccer program.
• Lead technical and tactical instruction for training and competition, using effective teaching methods aligned with Division I expectations.
• Direct match planning, opponent scouting, and competitive strategy in collaboration with the coaching staff.
• Lead the recruitment of prospective student‑athletes who align with the program’s athletic, academic, and team values.
• Student‑Athlete Experience & Player Development
• Foster a respectful and educational environment that supports student‑athletes’ athletic growth, academic success, personal development, and preparation for life beyond college athletics.
• Champion student‑athletes health and well‑being in partnership with sports medicine, mental health, nutrition, and performance staff.
• Set a standard of academic integrity and classroom excellence, working closely with athletic advising staff.
• Promote a culture of sportsmanship, accountability, mutual respect, and open communication.
• Hire, supervise, mentor, and evaluate soccer‑specific staff, building a cohesive and high‑performing team.
• Maintain a culture of compliance through head coach responsibility, ensuring the program operates within NCAA , Big 12 Conference, and University rules.
• Build collaborative working relationships with support staff across the department and University partners.
• Model ethical and professional conduct in all aspects of the role.

Program Administration & External Relations

• Develop and submit the program’s annual operating budget and manage resources effectively within allocated funds.
• Oversee daily program operations, including practice planning, travel, equipment, and facilities coordination.
• Serve as the public face of the program with media, alumni, donors, and the broader community, including speaking engagements, community service, camps and clinics, alumni events, and fundraising efforts.
• Serve on departmental or campus committees as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum of six years of coaching experience, including extensive player‑development experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of NCAA rules.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills through oral, written, and electronic forms.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of student‑athletes, coaches, support staff, and administrators.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and to travel as required.
• A valid driver’s license and successful completion of University‑required background checks are required

Preferences

• Division I coaching experience highly preferred.
• Head coaching experience preferred.
• Master’s Degree preferred.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581‑7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post‑retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366‑7770 or (800) 695‑4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581‑7447 if you have questions regarding the post‑retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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