Head Men’s Soccer Coach

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Head Men’s Soccer Coach

Location

Appleton

Department

Athletics

Position Type

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Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Head Men’s Soccer Coach

Location

Appleton

Department

Athletics

Position Type

Staff

Position Description & Qualifications

Head Men’s Soccer Coach

Department: Athletics

Status: Exempt

Job Status: Full-Time (12-month position)

Reports To: The Director of Soccer & The Director of Athletics

Job Description

Lawrence University seeks an inspiring and forward-thinking Head Men’s Soccer Coach to lead the program into its next chapter. We are looking for a coach who brings vision, energy, and a student-first approach—someone ready to elevate the program and make a lasting difference in the lives of our student-athletes.

The Head Men’s Soccer Coach will drive the program’s growth through intentional roster building, strong retention strategies, and a deep commitment to academic success. The ideal candidate will create an environment defined by excellence, accountability, and resilience, aligning the program’s culture with the values of Lawrence University.

Lawrence is a proud member of NCAA Division III and competes in the Midwest Conference, with additional conference affiliations across its 24 intercollegiate teams. Located in Appleton, Wisconsin—a vibrant and growing community in the heart of the Fox Cities—Lawrence offers a collaborative and enriching environment for student-athletes and coaches alike.

Responsibilities:
· Recruit and retain student-athletes who are academically and athletically prepared to thrive at Lawrence University.

· Expected to be familiar with and abide by the rules and regulations of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, Midwest Conference, and Lawrence University.

· Responsible for planning, communicating, and executing all aspects of competitive NCAA Division III soccer program.

· Organize and conduct effective practice sessions, promoting player safety, fundamentals, and team development.

· Responsible for the academic progress of student-athletes, assisting in the development of each student-athlete’s graduation plan, and ensuring academic accountability by continually monitoring progress reports during the entire academic year.

· Works with Director of Athletics on scheduling.

· Responsible for annually preparing a zero-based operational budget for their sport and ensures fiscal accountability by continually monitoring the budget during the year.

· Expected to work with Compliance Director on all eligibility and compliance regulations.

· Responsible to know current Lawrence University rules and policies.

· Orders equipment/supplies following proper athletics department and University policy and procedures.

· Responsible for an inventory of university-owned equipment / uniforms and for issuing and retrieving equipment / uniforms from student-athletes.

· Enhances professional growth by attending clinics, workshops, etc.

· Works with Sports Information Director regarding team pictures, publicity, and statistics for reporting to the conference and local media.

· Works with Head Athletic Trainer and Sports Medicine representative as needed.

· Responsible for team travel – making appropriate reservations for vehicles, hotel, and meal service well in advance.

· Complete travel arrangements form prior to leaving for away games or other trips and communicate with athletics administration when student athletes will be traveling or absent due to meets.

· Work with alumni, student groups, University administration, and community groups to seek support for the team.

· Assist with game day management of an assigned sport.

· Responsible for any other details of their sport or any other additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Minimum Requirements
· 3-5 years of successful coaching experience at the collegiate level.

· Established recruiting based.

· Bachelor’s degree required.

· Master’s degree preferred.

· First aid and AED certification needed prior to conducting athletics related activities.

· Must have successful completion of criminal and MVR background check, meet University Authorized Driver Policy requirements, and favorable completion of reference checks.

Materials to submit for full consideration.

· Resume

· Cover letter

· 3 professional References

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S595P | | Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Posting Date | 12/09/2025 | | Best Consideration Date | | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | | | Special Instructions Summary | | | Anticipated Number of Hours per Week | 40 |

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1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

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2. * If other, please specify

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1. * Do you have a bachelor's degree?

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2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

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   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References

Optional Documents

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