Head Women's Soccer Coach

Delta State University; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta State University in Cleveland, MS is seeking a Head Women’s Soccer Coach to lead and develop the program, recruit student-athletes, oversee practice planning, and monitor academic progress in coordination with Admissions and Student Success Center.

The role emphasizes compliance with NCAA and Gulf States Conference rules, plus fostering positive relations with campus, community and athletic department. Approximately 30 athletes and two graduate assistants are involved.

Qualifications

• Position requires bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Physical Education or Exercise and Sports Studies.

Responsibilities

• Direct, oversee and lead the women's soccer program.
• Recruit qualified student athletes and coordinate visits.
• Develop and implement practice plans and player development.
• Monitor academic progress and work with Admissions/Student Success.
• Ensure compliance with University, Gulf States Conference and NCAA rules, and build relations with campus and community.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Physical Education or Exercise and Sports Studies

Job description

Delta State University located at 1003 W. Sunflower Rd., Cleveland MS 38733 is seeking a Head Women’s Soccer Coach to be responsible for the direction, oversight, and leadership of the entire women’s soccer program, approximately 30 female student athletes and two graduate assistants, fully responsible for the ongoing operation and development of the program including but not limited to, teaching, coaching, and strategy, administrative duties, recruiting qualified student athletes, coordinating prospect visits, off-campus recruiting, developing and implementing practice plans, committing to player strength and skill development, monitoring academic progress and success, working closely with University Admissions and Student Success Center, abiding by University, Gulf States Conference, and NCAA Rules and Compliance, foster positive student-athlete, campus, community, alumni, and athletic department relations. Delta State University estimates that the Head Women’s Soccer Coach will travel 15 to 16 times throughout the academic year with the team to away games.

Qualifications

Position requires bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Physical Education or Exercise and Sports Studies.

Salary Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Position requires bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Physical Education or Exercise and Sports Studies.

Open Date

09/09/2026

Close Date

10/09/2026

Open Until Filled No

Posting Specific Questions

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • DSU Employee
  • DSU Job Website
  • Invited by Department to Apply
  • MS State Employment Service
  • HigherEdJobs
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Diverse Issues
  • Indeed.com
  • Other
• * Will you now or in the future require "sponsorship" for an employment based visa status?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document

Delta State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Delta State University is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from sexual and gender-based discrimination or harassment. Our goal is for all to have equal access to the many great services and opportunities we offer. For more information, or to report an incident, see https://www.deltastate.edu/titleix/ or email [e-mail] .