Men's Soccer Coach
Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
This coaching position offers room for professional development at a respected institution, but salary competitiveness may lag compared to other sectors.
- Solid opportunity for professional development
- Influence on student-athlete growth and success
- Comprehensive benefits including health and retirement plans
- Salary competitiveness may be lower than market expectations
Pros
- Opportunity to shape student-athletes' lives and careers
- Supportive academic environment promoting ethics in sports
- Benefits package promoting health and wellness
Cons
- Salary is likely below industry standards for similar coaching positions
- High pressure to maintain both academic and athletic performance
- May require extensive traveling and weekend commitments
Who it's for
Mid-level / Experienced • On-site with travel for events
Good fit
- Experienced soccer coaches passionate about youth development
- Candidates aiming to bridge athletics and academics
- Individuals committed to ethical coaching practices
Not recommended for
- Entry-level coaches without competitive experience
- Individuals who prefer minimal travel commitments
- Candidates uninterested in working within collegiate environments
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
The University of Dallas is a premier Catholic liberal arts university that seeks to educate the whole person, encouraging its students to pursue wisdom, truth and virtue as the proper and primary ends of education. All employees are expected to support the university’s Mission, which is informed by the Apostolic Constitution Ex corde Ecclesiae, the Catholic Church’s governing document on Catholic universities. The University of Dallas is known for its nationally ranked Core Curriculum, exceptional post-graduation outcomes, and some of the happiest students in the country.
SUMMARY
UD is currently seeking a Men’s Soccer Coach who will be responsible for overall operation and conduct of the program. The coach will provide instruction and guidance to student-athletes, demonstrating techniques of the sport in order to prepare them for athletic competition. This position will also analyze student-athlete performance to determine need for individual or team improvement, schedule and oversee practice sessions and competitive events, and recruit student-athletes that will represent the university in a manner that will reflect favorably upon the university and the athletics department.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Organize, prepare, and conduct individual and team practice sessions to train and prepare for competition and instruct student-athletes in techniques of the sport. •Provide direction, motivation and advice to prepare student-athletes for competitive events; adjust coaching techniques based on student-athlete needs. •Apply best practices in athletic conditioning and team training safety. •Promote and facilitate student-athlete academic success through a commitment to class attendance, academic achievement, and graduation. •Establish team and individual student-athlete goals. •Ensure player injuries/illnesses are attended to; follow-up with student-athlete and/or athletic trainer as needed. •Establish and enforce rules and regulations concerning student-athlete conduct, appearance, punctuality and other areas deemed appropriate. •Determine competitive event schedule, coordinating with teams as needed. •Execute expenditures in accordance with department/university procedures; oversee the purchase of uniforms and equipment. •Arrange transportation to competitive event sites in accordance with university procedures. •Coordinate recruitment of student-athletes with Undergraduate Admissions in accordance with NCAA rules and regulations through scouting, attending tournaments, and home visits. •Submit required information to compliance officer. •Remain accessible to media and make appearances to promote and/or market program; participate in fundraising activities. •Maintain continual and thorough familiarity with applicable NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations, ensuring that program, staff and student athletes operate within these sets of rules.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
May provide general instruction to Assistant Coaches and/or student workers.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION •Must maintain current CPR, AED and First Aid certification. •Must participate in Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference groups for the sport.
BENEFITS
UD provides competitive pay and benefits, including eligibility to participate in medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee events; a health and wellness program; a free fitness center; competitive leave programs; tuition waiver, tuition exchange for employees and their families; and matching retirement plan contributions.
If this sounds like the job for you, apply online at: https://hr.udallas.edu/apply/
The University of Dallas seeks to recruit, develop, and retain faculty, staff and administration of the highest caliber. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals who will enhance our community and advance our Mission.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree and experience as a player and/or coach in the sport.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Five to seven years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.
