Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer (OPS)

Make a difference at one of Florida’s premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences.

The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly’s deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation.

   

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Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer (OPS)

   

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The Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach is responsible for assisting the head coach with the leadership, direction, and strategic oversight of Florida Polytechnic University’s intercollegiate men’s soccer program. This position assists with ensuring the program’s alignment with the mission, values, and policies of Florida Polytechnic University, the Sun Conference, and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Primary responsibilities include assisting the head coach with all duties, including talent identification, skills development, scheduling, travel coordination, equipment management, and game-day operations.

   

JOB DESCRIPTION

   

Responsibilities:

• Assist the head coach with recruiting, evaluating, and retaining qualified student-athletes who demonstrate strong academic potential, personal integrity, and competitive skill.
• Assist with developing and implementing practical training, practice, and conditioning programs to prepare student-athletes for high-level competition while prioritizing safety and sportsmanship.
• Oversee equipment procurement, maintenance, and inventory, ensuring all gear meets safety, performance, and branding standards.
• Assist with game-day operations, including team preparation, in-game decision-making, fan engagement initiatives, and coordination of concessions and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with NAIA, Sun Conference, and institutional rules, including eligibility, training, recruiting, and reporting requirements.
• Promote a positive team culture that supports academic achievement, leadership development, community engagement, and personal well-being.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of soccer coaching or similar experience
• GED or High School Diploma

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities KSAs:

• Comprehensive understanding of soccer techniques, strategies, regulations, and best practices at the collegiate level.
• Strong knowledge of NAIA and Sun Conference compliance requirements, eligibility rules, and reporting expectations.
• Understanding of student-athlete development, academic support practices, and safe training standards
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to instruct, motivate, and mentor student-athletes.
• Ability to recruit high-performing athletes through relationship-building, evaluation, and talent identification.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound judgment and decision-making under pressure, particularly during practice and competitive play.
• Ability to foster a culture of respect, accountability, teamwork, and academic success.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or other specific requirements of law:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• This position requires a criminal background check, which may include a Level II screening as required by Florida Statute §435.04.
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