Head Women's Soccer Coach — Lead, Recruit & Develop

Grand Canyon University; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University seeks a Head Coach for Women’s Soccer to lead all aspects of the program in alignment with university and athletic department objectives. You will organize practices, recruit student-athletes, and ensure compliance with NCAA rules while managing staff and budgets.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and a track record of success in Division I soccer coaching, with a commitment to student-athlete development both on and off the field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of three years related post-undergraduate experience; NCAA D1 coaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize practice sessions to enhance team's performance.
• Scout and recruit prospective student-athletes to build a competitive team.
• Motivate student-athletes toward competitive and academic success.
• Manage budget and scholarships.
• Develop training and conditioning programs with Sports Performance and Sports Medicine staff.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate coaching staff.
• Communicate with media, alumni and friends of the University.
• Mentor student-athletes academically, physically and socially.
• Attend relevant meetings and promote good sportsmanship.

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

Strategic planning

Communication

Recruiting

NCAA rules knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Situational problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Sports software

Job description

Grand Canyon University seeks a Head Coach for Women’s Soccer to lead all aspects of the program in alignment with university and athletic department objectives. You will organize practices, recruit student-athletes, and ensure compliance with NCAA rules while managing staff and budgets.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and a track record of success in Division I soccer coaching, with a commitment to student-athlete development both on and off the field.