Assistant Soccer Coach

Description

The Assistant Soccer Coach is responsible for supporting the Head Soccer Coach in all aspects of the Soccer program, including student-athlete development, recruiting, practice planning, game preparation, and administrative duties. This position plays a critical role in fostering a competitive, disciplined, and student-centered program aligned with Hampton University, NCAA, and conference standards.

Examples of Duties

Coaching & Player Development

• Assist in planning and conducting daily practices, training sessions, and skill development
• Provide technical and tactical instruction to student-athletes
• Support game-day preparation, including scouting reports and opponent analysis
• Promote a culture of accountability, discipline, and sportsmanship

Recruiting

• Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes in accordance with NCAA regulations
• Build and maintain relationships with high school, club, and junior college coaches
• Coordinate campus visits and recruiting communications
• Assist in maintaining recruiting databases and documentation

Academic & Student-Athlete Support

• Monitor academic progress and support student-athlete success initiatives
• Promote personal development, leadership, and overall well-being of student-athletes
• Ensure adherence to team, department, and university expectations

Compliance & Administration

• Maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and university rules
• Assist with scheduling, travel arrangements, and team logistics
• Support equipment management and inventory
• Participate in administrative tasks, including reports and program organization

Game Day Responsibilities

• Assist with in-game coaching decisions and strategy adjustments
• Analyze game performance and provide feedback to players
• Support video breakdown and performance review

Community Engagement & Program Support

• Participate in community outreach, camps, and clinics
• Assist with fundraising and alumni engagement initiatives
• Represent the program and university in a professional manner

Typical Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Previous coaching or competitive playing experience at the collegiate or high level
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Preferred:

• Master’s degree
• Collegiate coaching experience (NCAA Division I preferred)
• Experience with recruiting coordination
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Supplemental Information

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by practice and competition schedules.
• Ability to travel frequently for recruiting and competition.

200 William R. Harvey Way

Hampton, Virginia, 23668