Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer

Title: Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer

Application Review Date: 01/27/2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Job Description

The Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting the Head Coach in advancing the mission, values, and competitive success of Radford University Athletics. This position contributes directly to the development, performance, recruitment, and retention of student-athletes while promoting academic excellence, personal growth, and compliance with all institutional and governing body standards. The Assistant Coach reports directly to the Head Coach and fulfills sport-specific responsibilities consistent with Radford University, the Department of Athletics, the Big South Conference, and NCAA policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

An advanced degree in a related field, or training and work experience which equates to an advanced degree. Coaching and/or recruiting experience in men's soccer at the collegiate level is required. Ability to demonstrate and teach advanced skills, knowledge, and strategies of the game of soccer, knowledge of NCAA recruiting and compliance procedures; ability to work independently without direct supervision; excellent interpersonal skills, strong organizational skills, and effective written and oral communications skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience at the Division I level. An advanced degree in a related field, or training and work experience which equates to an advanced degree.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment Conditions: 

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: 

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required:  No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: 

Employee Classification: 01281

Department: Men's Soccer

Salary: commensurate with experience

Department Contact Name: Nicole Green

Department Contact Phone: 5408316194

Department Contact Email: ndlayton@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.