Location: Carlinville, IL

Blackburn College is seeking a dynamic and visionary Head Women’s Soccer Coach to continue building this program to an elite level.  This is an exciting opportunity to establish, train and develop student athletes into leaders on and off the field. With a state-of-the-art, 40,000 square foot indoor Athletic Center and strong institutional support, this role offers the resources needed to lead the program to success in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) at the regional and national levels.

Why Blackburn?

Build a program and leave a lasting legacy. Compete for championships in a growing and competitive conference. State-of-the-art athletic facilities provide an excellent training environment. A supportive campus community dedicated to student-athlete success.

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This salary range for this position is $50,000 - $55,000 

Blackburn College features a robust benefits package for full time staff. For additional information, please visit https://blackburn.edu/about/administrative-offices/human-resources/ and click on the Employee Benefits Summary Tab.

Blackburn College seeks to build an inclusive community that can engage the interests of a diverse population. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and those with disabilities.

Send resume, cover letter including a diversity statement describing what diversity means to you and why it is important, and three current references to: hr@blackburn.edu

Employment-based immigration sponsorship is not offered for this position. Phone calls or walk-ins not accepted. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. EOE

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred.
• Demonstrated success in coaching and recruiting at the collegiate or high school or club level.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  Passion for developing student-athletes and supporting them on their journey.

About Blackburn College

Blackburn College is a small, fully accredited 4-year liberal arts college. We are renowned for our student-managed work program and are located in Carlinville, Illinois. One of only ten federally recognized Work Colleges, Blackburn is the only Work Program in the nation managed by students. Balancing academic rigor and experiential learning, each student at Blackburn gains tangible experience and develops critical skills by contributing to their community, all while building a resume and earning their degree. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Blackburn College as one of the best colleges in the Midwest region for 2025 and also earned rankings as a best-value school and a top performer for social mobility. The Washington Monthly ranked Blackburn as second overall among baccalaureate colleges in Illinois and first in Pell Grant student performance in 2024. Blackburn College is located in Carlinville, Illinois, a small rural community between Springfield, IL and St. Louis, MO and the college enjoys a very positive relationship with the community. Carlinville has been called one of the “Best Small Towns in America.” and is also the seat of Macoupin County, home to the maj...estic Macoupin County Courthouse. Carlinville offers a slice of small-town Americana, with brick streets around the town square, many parks, and historical homes and buildings, while being within an easy drive of the urban center of St. Louis, Missouri.

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