Head Men's Soccer Coach

The Waldorf University Athletics Department in Forest City, IA, is seeking passionate and qualified candidates for Head Men’s Soccer Coach. Waldorf is a member of NAIA and the GPAC Conference. The Head Coach is responsible for all phases of the Men’s Soccer program in a manner compatible with Athletics Department and Waldorf University philosophies.

The ideal candidate will have a commitment to the mission of Waldorf University and be committed to the development of the student-athlete physically, mentally, spiritually, and morally. The candidate must also demonstrate the ability and desire to recruit students, especially from Iowa and surrounding states, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to represent themselves and their program in professional and positive manner.

This is a full-time appointment with annual FT responsibilities late July through May and as needed to support program, department, and recruiting goals during the summer months. This includes participation in a summer orientation event and Athletic Department Golf Fundraising event. For the 2026-27 year this position will begin as a partial year full-time appointment and then will transition to a 10-month annual appointment in late July 2027. Compensation is paid on deferred schedule over 12mo (biweekly) starting in August annually.

Coaching Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to)

• Demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills with athletes and University staff/faculty by example, consistency, and commitment
• Recruit quality student-athletes by actively visiting, calling, and outreach activities.
• Provide instruction of associated skill sets, fundamentals, coaching skills, and psychological skills training.
• Schedule practices, contests, and work with Strength & Condition staff for team workouts.
• Coordination of travel arrangements for team competition.
• Set and maintain a high standard of compliance with all NAIA, GPAC, and institutional rules and regulations always for self, coaching staff, and athletes.
• Meet administration, mentoring and retaining student-athletes’ goals by participating in academic retention activities, University committees,
• Monitor and manage annual sport budgets (fiscal responsibility) and fundraising by solid and timely organizational management.
• Supervise and develop assistant coach(s), student coaches, and players by providing mentoring, training, and clear guidance of expectations
• Organize and manage camps and clinics through proper organization, communication, and promotion
• Contribute to department through active participation in meetings, serving on committees and any other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.
• The selected candidate will represent programs/university in a positive manner. This includes being a positive role model with appropriate behavior on the sidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of one year of successful coaching experience at the collegiate level, three to five years coaching experience preferred.
• Must be able to work as a team member, be self-directed and willing to serve as a goodwill ambassador for Waldorf University Athletics.
• Possess experience working with diverse students and staff.
• Ability to organize and motivate student-athletes to maximum performance level in sports and academic achievements.

Benefits: Waldorf University offers a comprehensive benefit package with including options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life and LTD, 401k match and tuition benefits for employees and their families, in addition to supplemental and voluntary life insurances and FLEX spending plan.

To Apply: Review of applications will begin immediately. Qualified applicants should apply using the link below and upload a cover letter outlining qualifications, perspective on coaching in a small, private, liberal arts and rural university setting, a resume, and contact information for two professional references.

Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. All applicants must apply through website for consideration; emails will not be accepted. Final candidate is subject to a background investigation.

More information about Waldorf, visit: https://www.waldorf.edu/about

Check out the Forest City aerial video created and produced by Waldorf’s very own Adjunct History Professor, Dr. Kevin Mason, for his “Notes on Iowa” project https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRDnPXu7GYI

Since 1903, Waldorf University has created opportunities for learning and service to students seeking well-rounded lives through education by establishing engaging online and residential communities centered on learning and faith. As a liberal arts university with core values Waldorf offers a curriculum to liberate the way students think so that they may develop a basic understanding and knowledge of how those in a variety of disciplines think and approach life. As a liberal arts university, Waldorf seeks to instill values of service, community, critical inquiry, and lifelong learning in each student and in the very culture of the college community. These values and this education prepare our graduates to understand and contribute to life in our complex and ever-changing world.