Head Soccer Coach

Heartland Community College seeks applicants for a full-time position to coordinate the College’s National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) men’s and women’s soccer programs within the framework of the College’s mission and values. A primary focus for this position is developing successful student athletes. Travel is required.

General responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Schedule, organize, and oversee games and practices
• Actively recruit student athletes
• Monitor student athletes’ satisfactory academic progress
• Maintain equipment and related inventory
• Remain current on NJCAA rules and regulations
• Assist with budget management and fundraising

The review of applications will be ongoing.

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree
• Head coaching experience at high school level or above or assistant coaching or playing experience at college level or above
• Demonstrated ability to recruit athletes and coach an intercollegiate athletics program in accordance with the College’s mission and values
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem-solve, work independently, and function professionally under pressure
• Ability to work professionally and inclusively within a diverse campus community
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Desired Qualifications 

• Professional playing experience
• CPR/AED certified
• Experience with the following areas
  • scheduling events and stadium maintenance operations
  • budget development and oversight
  • fundraising
  • recruitment and transfer processes for college athletes
  • higher education and/or community college setting