Women's Head Soccer Coach

Colorado Community College System (CCCS); Lamar (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

PERA retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Paid leave

Fitness center access

Job summary

Lamar Community College in Lamar, CO is seeking a dynamic Head Women’s Soccer Coach to build and lead a competitive program, recruit student‑athletes, and develop a culture focused on academics and athletics.

The role oversees coaching, scheduling, budgeting, eligibility, and team operations, promoting student success and community engagement while complying with NJCAA and CCCS policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of college coaching experience.
• Ability to fundraise and support program needs.
• Availability of working evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
• Knowledge of Region 9 Soccer and Southeast Colorado.
• Ability to recruit both Colorado and out-of-state student-athletes.
• Experience working with a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to student‑athletes in essential skills, techniques, and game strategies.
• Conduct individual and team skill development sessions.
• Implement physical conditioning programs including strength training and cardio-based conditioning.
• Monitor academic progress; coordinate study halls, tutoring, and academic resources.
• Facilitate team‑building activities, leadership development, and community engagement projects.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure oversight of all program activities.
• Plan, organize, and lead practices according to scheduled times.
• Oversee game management responsibilities for home events.
• Coordinate travel logistics for away competitions.
• Recruit and retain prospective student‑athletes in accordance with NJCAA and institutional guidelines.
• Complete and maintain all NJCAA recruiting documentation and compliance requirements.
• Plan and manage individual and team camps.
• Promote LCC Athletics through community involvement and professional representation of the college.
• Participate in HLC and institutional accreditation activities, including team assignments and project participation.
• Uphold FERPA, Title IX, Clery, NJCAA, CCCS, and all institutional, local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Coaching techniques

Recruiting

Leadership

Organization

Budget management

Fundraising

Diversity & inclusion

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Title: Women's Head Soccer Coach

Position Type: Professional Tech Full time

College: Lamar Community College

Division: Finance and Administration

Department: LCC Athletics

Location: Lamar

Salary Range: $43,155

Who We Are:

Expand your career opportunities at Lamar Community College by working alongside diverse colleagues who value integrity, professionalism, and each other while inspiring academic excellence. If you desire to make a difference and enrich the lives of others through learning, LCC is a place for you. We will support your personal and career goals and help you succeed as part of our team! Lamar Community College has an exciting opportunity for you to be our next Head Women’s Basketball Coach. We are looking for a dynamic, passionate, dedicated individual who will lead and implement LCC’s strategic plan.

Job Summary:

amr Community College (LCC) is seeking a motivated and dynamic leader to guide the future of our Women’s Soccer program. This is an exciting opportunity to build a competitive program, recruit and develop talented student-athletes, and create an environment where students can succeed both on the field and in the classroom.

This full-time, 12-month, exempt position provides leadership for all aspects of Women’s Soccer, including recruiting and retention, coaching, scheduling, budgeting, student‑athlete eligibility and academic progress, team operations, and promotion of LCC Athletics.

The Head Coach will champion a culture of teamwork, accountability, sportsmanship, and student success while representing LCC Athletics throughout the College and community. The position is expected to uphold LCC and CCCS policies, NJCAA requirements, FERPA, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide instruction to student‑athletes in essential skills, techniques, and game strategies.
• Conduct individual and team skill development sessions.
• Implement physical conditioning programs including strength training and cardio-based conditioning.
• Monitor academic progress; coordinate study halls, tutoring, and academic resources.
• Facilitate team‑building activities, leadership development, and community engagement projects.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure oversight of all program activities.
• Plan, organize, and lead practices according to scheduled times.
• Oversee game management responsibilities for home events.
• Coordinate travel logistics for away competitions.
• Recruit and retain prospective student‑athletes in accordance with NJCAA and institutional guidelines.
• Complete and maintain all NJCAA recruiting documentation and compliance requirements.
• Plan and manage individual and team camps.
• Promote LCC Athletics through community involvement and professional representation of the college.
• Participate in HLC and institutional accreditation activities, including team assignments and project participation.
• Uphold FERPA, Title IX, Clery, NJCAA, CCCS, and all institutional, local, state, and federal regulations.
• Serve on campus committees as assigned.
• Perform other duties as designated by the Athletic Director.

Competencies/KSAs:

• Knowledge of sport‑specific coaching techniques, recruiting practices, and NJCAA regulations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to recruit, develop, mentor, and retain student‑athletes.
• Ability to foster academic success, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Ability to manage program operations, travel, scheduling, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, accountability, and commitment to student success.
• Positive role model for student‑athletes.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
• Ability to maintain compliance with institutional and athletic governing body requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of college coaching experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to student development and character‑building.
• Strong organizational and budget‑management skills.
• Ability to fundraise and support program needs.
• Availability of working evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
• Knowledge of Region 9 Soccer and Southeast Colorado.
• Ability to recruit both Colorado and out‑of‑state student‑athletes.
• Experience working with a diverse student population.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional college coaching experience.
• Experience with event operations, Sports Information, website management, or marketing.
• Experience with video breakdown and digital media tools.

Selection Process:

One round‑interview process

1. Cover Letter describing interest in the position and how your qualifications align with the requirements
2. Current Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
3. Contact information for three (3) professional references; to include one (1) recent supervisor, one (1) recent colleague.
4. Official Transcripts verifying the highest degree earned will be required upon offer of employment and should be sent to [e-mail].

Additional Information/Benefits:

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, legal, and medical transport plans
• Flexible spending and health savings account options
• Generous retirement benefits through PERA, including employer‑matched retirement contributions and optional 401(k) and 457 plans
• Tuition reimbursement to support your educational and professional growth
• Exceptional paid leave benefits (15 hours of annual; 10 hours of sick accrued each month)
• A supportive, mission‑driven environment where your work directly impacts students and the community
• Free employee access to our Fitness Center