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Posted: 26-Jan-26

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Type: Full-time

Categories:

Coaching Coaching - Soccer

Sector:

Professional Sports

Required Education:

4 Year Degree POSITION SUMMARY

The Head Men’s Soccer Coach is responsible for the leadership, organization, and advancement of Wisconsin Lutheran College’s (WLC) Division III men’s soccer program within a private Christian college setting. This position oversees all aspects of the program, including recruitment, retention, training, conditioning, player development, and mentorship of student-athletes. This includes the organization of all men’s soccer operations, compliance, fiscal management, and assistant coach development and assessment.

As a member of the WLC athletics administration team, the Head Men’s Soccer Coach will also assume additional athletic duties outside of men’s soccer. The Director of Athletics and the Head Men’s Soccer Coach will work collaboratively to align these duties with the individual’s skills, experience, and institutional needs.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as Head Men’s Soccer Coach with full responsibility for the organization, coordination, development, operation, and continuous improvement of the WLC Men’s Soccer program, ensuring competitive excellence, student-athlete development, and program efficiency. Attract, recruit, develop, mentor, and retain high-quality student-athletes who align with WLC’s mission, with the goal of continuous development and improvement of the men’s soccer program. Consistently maintain a roster of approximately 30 student-athletes and annually execute a recruiting plan to enroll a minimum of 12 incoming freshmen each year. Develop roster depth to support a competitive Varsity Reserve Program. Establish, articulate, and implement the vision for the WLC Men’s Soccer program. Recruit, supervise, develop, and evaluate Assistant Coaches and Graduate Assistants in alignment with departmental goals and the direction set by the Director of Athletics across all WLC sports, contributing to and advancing the mission and ministry of WLC through the intentional development of young men through athletic competition. Monitor academic progress and eligibility of student-athletes, setting clear expectations and serving as a mentor and champion for academic success. Proactively partner with academic support staff to implement action plans that support persistence to graduation, motivated by Christ-centered care, accountability, and mentorship. Maintain discipline and conduct standards that reflect positively on the mission, image and reputation of the WLC Men’s Soccer program and the College. Intentionally integrate spiritual development through collaboration with Campus Pastors, team devotions, spiritual mentorship, and the intentional application of God’s Word as a guide and standard. Provide leadership consistent with departmental standards, institutional priorities, and NCAA Division III philosophy. Plan and administer practices, training sessions, and competitions in compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional regulations, maintaining current NCAA knowledge to ensure full compliance. Coach and develop student-athletes in men’s soccer fundamentals, skills, tactics, and strategies using current best practices in player development. Collaborate with the Strength and Conditioning Coach to ensure student-athletes actively participate in appropriate, sport-specific strength and conditioning programs. Teach Coaching of Soccer (PED course) in collaboration with the women’s soccer coach, providing instruction in soccer theory, skill analysis, drill development, tactics, strategies, and coaching methodologies. Manage all operational, fiscal, budgeting, compliance, and administrative aspects of the men’s soccer program in an organized and fiscally responsible manner. Promote and support the branding and visibility of the WLC Men’s Soccer program and the College through recruiting efforts, community outreach, public speaking, fundraising initiatives, and youth and prospect camps. Educate and ensure all coaches and student-athletes adhere to NCAA, conference, and College rules and regulations. Collaborate with Enrollment/Admissions, Student Life, and Campus Ministry to support institutional enrollment, retention, and student engagement goals.

QUALIFICATIONS 
Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.  Ability to articulate the life-changing impact of a Christian college athletic program and 
learning community.  Minimum of three (3) years of successful coaching experience at the collegiate level or 
comparable high-level men’s soccer coaching experience required.  Coaching experience within a Christian college or ministry-based environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Goal-driven, competitively minded, solution-oriented, and able to execute with a strong 
work ethic.  High energy with a consistently positive attitude, both mentally and spiritually.  Demonstrated comfort with and/or experience in Christian mentorship of young men and 
women, supporting spiritual growth grounded in God’s Word.  Strong integrity with excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills.  Experience with recruiting software and video analysis platforms (e.g., Hudl, Slate and 
other recruiting and enrollment software) preferred.  Understanding of the role of NCAA Division III athletics in student development and the 
broader college experience within a private Christian institution.  Knowledge of NCAA regulations or demonstrated ability and commitment to learn and 
comply with all NCAA and WLC policies.  Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively and 
professionally with diverse constituencies including student-athletes, coaches, faculty, 
staff, donors, and external partners.  Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications.  Valid driver’s license with the ability to maintain insurability for college-related travel.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Ability to coach outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and 
exposure to environmental elements such as dirt, fumes, and loud noise.  Ability to perform moderate to active physical activity, including handling equipment and 
objects weighing 25–50 pounds, and standing or walking for more than four (4) hours per 
day.  Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends as required.

As with all positions at Wisconsin Lutheran College, this position requires the incumbent to 
perform his/her responsibilities in a manner consistent with the overall mission and core values 
of Wisconsin Lutheran College, as defined through its affiliation with the Wisconsin Evangelical 
Lutheran Synod (WELS).

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