Details

Posted: 22-Dec-25

Location: East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Type: Full-time

Salary: Based on Experience

Categories:

Coaching Coaching - Soccer

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Required Education:

4 Year Degree

Internal Number: 8297

East Stroudsburg University is hiring a Head Women’s Soccer Coach! Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, ESU’s proximity to New York City and Philadelphia provides convenient access to internships, careers and social activities. Just minutes from campus are the country’s largest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, Appalachian Trail, and other opportunities for recreational fun.

As the Head Coach, you will need to think creatively and be comfortable administering all aspects of the NCAA Division II Women’s Soccer program. You will be an active member of the Athletics team and will work closely with the Athletics Director to develop strategic plans to optimize the programs' budgeting, recruiting, and community impact. You will thrive in this role if you like combining your previous professional coaching experience with knowledge of NCAA Division II and PSAC compliance all while demonstrating exemplary leadership to student athletes through evidence-based practices centered around their growth to succeed both on the field and academically. To be successful in this role, the coach must effectively lead and develop student athletes, ensure strict compliance with governing rule and institutional policies, along with effectively managing the recruiting, budgeting and fundraising activities that support a competitive and sustainable program.

This is a full time 1.0 FTE position, the hours will be based on the season schedule. Evening, weekend, and travel are mandatory as required for this position due to the nature of the role. When our team shows up for work, they are energized and motivated to succeed - all while being the most crucial piece to keeping the ESU operations humming.

What Will I Do At ESU? (AKA Essential Duties)

Lead, organize, and manage all facets of the women’s soccer program, including practices, competitions, scheduling, and supervision of student-athletes. Recruit and retain qualified student-athletes in accordance with NCAA, PSAC, and University policies, including documentation and use of approved recruiting systems. Supervise, train, and evaluate assistant and volunteer coaches in accordance with departmental guidelines. Ensure compliance with all NCAA, PSAC, and University rules, including timely completion of required education, reporting, and documentation. Manage program operations, including budgeting, equipment, facilities coordination, travel, and risk management in cooperation with Athletics staff. Coordinate with athletic training, communications, facilities, and other campus partners to support safe and effective program operations. Plan and implement fundraising activities, camps, and clinics to support program goals and grant-in-aid allocations, with required approvals. Represent the University and Athletics department positively through community engagement, alumni relations, media interaction, and professional conduct.
What We're Looking For (AKA Qualifications)

Bachelors degree required; master’s degree preferred. Demonstrated successful coaching experience at the intercollegiate level or an equivalent combination of professional, collegiate, high school, or club coaching experience; women’s soccer coaching experience preferred. Working knowledge of NCAA Division II, PSAC, and institutional athletics compliance requirements. Experience with recruiting and student-athlete management systems, experience with ARMS or similar platforms preferred. Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple priorities in a highly regulated, deadline-driven environment. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders. Ability to travel and work evenings, weekends, and extended hours as required by the competitive season and recruiting activities. Able to read, write, and comprehend English; able to follow verbal instructions. Experience with Word, Excel, Teams required.

What We Offer
Outstanding benefits package including benefits such as medical from date of hire, retirement contributions, employee wellness program, and paid leave.

Salary: Based on Experience
Living by the Warrior Code: Accountable for One's Actions Committed to Self-Growth Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good Positive, Honest, and Loyal Respectful of the Environment and Community Dedicated to Empowering Others

And yes, legal made us spell this out… Must be at least 18 years old and be able to read and write English. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment. We are proud ESU is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, click here: https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm

Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs About East Stroudsburg University East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania prides itself on placing students first and on its commitment to student success. With 57 bachelor’s, 21 master’s and two doctoral degree programs, students can select a major that best suits their professional aspirations. Enrollment at the University includes more than 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students representing 26 states and 19 foreign countries. The University has numerous agreements with various local, regional and national businesses for internship opportunities. In addition, study abroad locations are available on 6 continents. ESU’s "students first" philosophy is demonstrated by being the first public university in Pennsylvania to offer a guaranteed tuition program. The Warrior Promise guarantees all new degree-seeking undergraduates on ESU’s main campus a constant tuition rate for the next four years, or eight semesters. In addition, the University offers exciting opportunities to experience and study additive manufacturing and 3D printing in the University’s Stratasys Super lab, one of the first three in the world to have a multi-medium, multi-color Stratasys J750 3D printer; engage in wildlife forensic work and t...ick testing in the Northeast Wildlife DNA Lab; or take business, marketing and finance experiences to new heights with ESU’s Bloomberg Lab equipped with the world’s most powerful real-time business software package. Students can become “game-changing” entrepreneurs with the support of ESU’s Business Accelerator Program and participation in the State System Student Business Plan Competition, while those with a passion for exploration can reach for the stars and discover nature’s wonders in the Schisler Museum of Wildlife and Natural History and McMunn Planetarium. Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, ESU’s proximity to New York City and Philadelphia provide convenient access to internships, careers and social activities. Just minutes from campus are the country’s largest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, Appalachian Trail, and other opportunities for recreational fun. Skiing, biking, hiking, canoeing, climbing, snowshoeing and just about any other outdoor activity is available within a few miles of the campus. Established in 1893, East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania was founded as a Normal School. The institution changed its name in 1927 to East Stroudsburg State Teachers College and again in 1960 to East Stroudsburg State College to reflect the addition of liberal arts and science curriculums. When the legislature created the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education in 1983, the institution became a university. ESU is one of the 14 State-owned institutions in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. ESU strives to create an environment where every student can live, learn, grow, and achieve. Benefits of working at ESU As an ESU employee, there are wide ranges of benefits available to our full and part-time employees. Health benefits available include medical, RX, dental, vision, and hearing plans. We offer retirement planning, paid holidays for most positions, and paid time off packages. Employee discounts are available to multiple retailers and organizations in the area. We also offer employee counseling through an employee assistance program for emotional, financial, and legal wellness. For a full list of our benefits, please visit our Human Resource Management site - ESU HR Management Accreditations •The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools •The Athletic Training program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). All education programs offered by East Stroudsburg University are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. •The Exercise Science program is accredited by the Commission of Allied Health Education Programs. •The Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Management. •The Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. In addition, the program is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. •The Public Health program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). •The Recreation and Leisure Services program is accredited by the National Recreation and Park Association/American Association for Leisure and Recreation (NRPA/AALR), a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation. •The Speech-Language Pathology program is accredited by the Council of Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). The University encourages applications from members of historically under-represented groups, including women, veterans, and persons with disabilities, and is an AA/EEO employer. East Stroudsburg University is interested in hiring employees who have extensive experience with diverse populations. To learn more about diversity at ESU and in our community, visit our website at www.esu.edu/about/offices/diversity_equal_opportunity/index.cfm. East Stroudsburg University (ESU) has made a commitment to ensure the safety of its students, employees and visitors. The annual security and fire safety compliance document is available on the ESU website here: https://www.esu.edu/university_police/index.cfm If you would like to receive a paper copy of the "East Stroudsburg University Police Annual Clery Crime and Fire Statistics Publication" which contains this information, you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (570) 422-3064. The website and booklet contain information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as: crime prevention, fire safety, university police law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security and safety on campus. 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