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Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

NCAA, Galesburg, IL, United States


Job Overview
Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach Knox College invites applications for the position of Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach, a full-time 12-month, benefits-eligible position reporting to the Head Men’s Soccer Coach. The successful candidate is expected to actively contribute to student?athlete development, academic success, and competitive performance while helping to elevate an NCAA Division III program built on accountability, growth, and competitive purpose.

The Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach will play a vital role in advancing the mission and values of Prairie Fire Athletics by helping to build a competitive NCAA Division III program that develops student-athletes of character, fosters belonging and growth, and competes with purpose. This position contributes to a collaborative coaching staff focused on student-athlete development, academic success, and competitive excellence.

Knox College provides a competitive salary of 28,000-30,000 and a strong benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance; access to a retirement plan; a generous paid vacation and holiday package; free membership to our recreation center; and more. Tuition remission is also available after a two-year waiting period.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of the men’s soccer program by supporting a competitive, values?based NCAA Division III team aligned with the mission and expectations of Prairie Fire Athletics.

Recruit and retain student?athletes who demonstrate academic commitment, personal integrity, and competitive potential, while supporting enrollment goals in collaboration with Admissions.

Coach and mentor student?athletes through the planning and execution of practices, training sessions, and competition preparation, emphasizing skill development, teamwork, and performance.

Support student?athlete success and well?being by fostering academic accountability, personal growth, leadership development, and a positive team culture.

Assist with program operations including team travel, scheduling, equipment, facilities coordination, camps, and game?day activities.

Ensure compliance and professionalism by adhering to institutional, Midwest Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations, and by modeling ethical leadership and effective communication.

Promote and advance the program through alumni engagement, fundraising support, community outreach, and appropriate use of social media and other communication platforms.

Perform additional assignments that may extend beyond the primary coaching role, as defined in a separate annual assignment letter or addendum.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university

Proven ability to organize and implement practice plans

Valid Driver's License

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and projects

An appreciation for a residential liberal arts education, respect for individual differences, openness to the values and opinions of others, and flexibility to adapt to constant change

Preferred Qualifications

Collegiate soccer coaching experience

Collegiate recruiting experiencePrevious experience maintaining soccer fields and/or equipment

Experience with recruiting database Front Rush (or similar database)

Experience hosting collegiate soccer camps

Experience with social media and overall promotion of the athletics program

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