Head Men's Soccer Coach

California State University, Chico; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans including prescription药

Dental and Vision coverage

Income protection benefits (life and–

Retirement plan through CalPERS

Tuition waiver for employees and their

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is seeking a Head Men’s Soccer Coach to lead and develop a Division I program within the Athletics Department. The role requires strategic leadership, recruitment excellence, budget oversight, and a commitment to academic success and compliance with NCAA and university policies.

The position emphasizes inclusive leadership, staff development, fundraising participation, and building strong relationships with students, faculty, and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university.
• Seven years of coaching a highly competitive soccer program.
• Thorough knowledge and experience in managing an athletics program budget and organizing and coordinating an intercollegiate soccer schedule.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to perform accurate, detailed work under time pressures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with various groups.
• Demonstrated strong leadership and management skills, including the ability to motivate staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various constituents and build effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of a competitive Men’s Soccer program in accordance with NCAA Division I rules.
• Recruit student‑athletes in line with NCAA regulations and academic standards.
• Plan and coordinate in‑season and out‑of‑season practices and workouts to develop athletic skills for Division I level.
• Monitor academics of Men’s Soccer student athletes and coordinate with Athletics Academic Advisors.
• Lead planning of match plans and coordinate strength and conditioning with the Sports Performance Coach.
• Support fundraising activities for the Men’s Soccer program and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Supervise and manage the soccer program staff and ensure compliance and integrity.

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership

Budget management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Job no: 563935
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Fullerton
Categories: MPP, Administrative, Athletics, At‑Will, Full Time

Job Title

Head Men's Soccer Coach

Classification

Administrator II

Auto Req. ID

563935

Salary Range

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $11,400 - $13,900 per month)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Why CSUF

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic‑Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander‑Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

Department

The Athletics department at Cal State Fullerton strives to provide an intercollegiate athletics program that is an integral part of the total educational experience at Cal State Fullerton (CSUF), and fits within the overall mission of the University. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach (Administrator II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Duties and Responsibilities

The major responsibilities of the Head Men’s Soccer Coach include but are not limited to the oversight of all phases of a competitive Men’s Soccer program; ensuring the program is in accordance with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I, Big West Conference, and University rules, regulations and policies; recruit student‑athletes in accordance with NCAA regulations and academic standards, as well as University requirements; plan and coordinate in‑season and out of season practices, including team and individual workout, focusing on the development of athletic skills to compete at the Division I level; and monitor the academics of each of the Men’s Soccer student athletes. Additionally, they are to effectively communicate with Athletics Academic Advisors to ensure any academic concerns are being addressed; plan and implement match plans; coordinate strength and conditioning program with the assigned Sports Performance Coach; complete all necessary compliance forms as required and/or requested by the Athletics Compliance Office in a timely manner; lead and participate in fundraising activities for the Men’s Soccer program and/or Department of Athletics; and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, media, and friends of the university. Supervise and manage the soccer program staff. Other duties as assigned.

Inclusive Leadership Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum. Please add additional information as you see necessary and applicable:

What doesinclusive leadership mean to you.

A description of your experiences working with individuals with a different perspective.

A description of how issues of inclusivityhave impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university. Demonstrated successful coaching experience in a highly competitive intercollegiate and/or professional level in various setting. Seven years of coaching a highly competitive soccer program. Thorough knowledge and experience in managing an athletics program budget and organizing and coordinating an intercollegiate soccer schedule. Strong organizational skills and ability to perform accurate, detailed work under time pressures. Strong communication and interpersonal skills combined with the ability to interact with various groups. Demonstrated strong leadership and management skills, including the ability to motivate staff. Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with various constituents and build effective working relationships.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited university. Experience in coaching and recruiting competitively for soccer at a Division I level. Knowledge of State of California, California State University code and regulations, and California State University and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) policies and procedures. Knowledge of federal and state labor laws, CSU HR policies, and CSU Title IX Executive Orders.

License/Certifications

A valid California driver’s license or ability obtain one within 45 days of employment. Must have a valid CPR certification.

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial “Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests” within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on‑line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Employees must maintain working knowledge of compliance with relevant NCAA and conference rules, and report any concerns or violations noted.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job‑related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

On September 19, 2025, a $100,000 Fee for H‑1B employment petitions was established by the "Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers". Due to a pending lawsuit and interim federal court decision, the Fee is currently unenforceable and cannot be charged. As a result, for tenure‑track faculty positions, Cal State Fullerton is currently able to consider sponsoring applicants for H‑1B employment. However, a future court decision or governmental action could change the Fee’s status. For that reason, whether Cal State Fullerton is able and willing to serve as a sponsor will depend on the actual status of the Fee at the time an eligible candidate is selected. As previously noted, Cal State Fullerton will not sponsor applicants for H‑1B employment who are subject to the Fee.

Advertised: Nov 12 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Dec 03 2026 Pacific Standard Time