The Head Women's Soccer Coach at the Virginia Military Institute will organize and direct all aspects of the NCAA Division I Women's Soccer Program. This role involves recruiting and retaining talented ·cadet-athletes, developing a competitive team, and fostering a positive team culture that aligns with VMl's mission and values. The coach will oversee all aspects of the program, including scheduling and conducting regular practice sessions; game strategy, player development, developing, implementing, and enforcing team rules; overseeing the administrative process for team travel, budget, cadet-athlete eligibility, and academic progress; participating in fundraising and public relations activities and compliance with NCAA, conference, and Institute regulations. Additionally, this role will prioritize academic success and character development of cadet-athletes.
Job Responsibilities:
•Monitor the academic progress of cadet-athletes.
•Develop leadership skills and instill core values in cadet-athletes.
•Hire, train, and supervise assistant coach(es).
•Maintain knowledge of and adherence to all NCAA, conference, VMI and Athletic departmental rules and regulations. Team Management: Recruiting, Budgeting, Scheduling, Travel Logistics, Competition and Practice, Coaching and Public relations.
•Coordinate team and participate in departmental fundraising efforts.
•Community Engagement & Alumni Engagement.
•Operating of program specific camps and clinics.
•Serve on department and VMI committees as assigned.
•Other duties as assigned by the Athletics Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
•A bachelor's degree is required
•Must have a minimum of three years of demonstrated successful coaching experience in soccer.
•Must possess the ability to recruit high schools, primarily in Virginia and the surrounding states; has to have demonstrated knowledge of an ability to comply with NCAA, conference and Institute rules and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications:
•NCAA Division I collegiate soccer coaching experience.
•Experience working with and improving the performance and player development of soccer athletes. Competitive success within a NCAA Division I post-season soccer team.
•Proven track record in recruiting.
•Leadership experience.
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
Please include, resume, cover letter of application, official transcripts and the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications accepted until the position is filled.
VMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against anyone because of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, age, or disability. US Armed Services, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
VMI is a public, four-year, undergraduate military college (1,200 students) located in the historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Lexington (population 7,000) offers a stimulating cultural atmosphere, a relaxed rural pace, and a diverse economic base to make life both pleasant and rewarding.