Head Men's Soccer Coach - Division I Athletics Leader

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

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.