"Adjunct Faculty- Head Men's Soccer Coach"

Job Description

Department: Athletics
Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Men's Soccer Coach is responsible for all phases of the Men's soccer program in accordance with the National Junior College Athletic Association's (NJCAA) rules and philosophies. In conjunction with and approval from the Director of Athletics, the head coach will provide program direction and vision, establish Student-Athlete recruitment strategies and goals, oversee and supervise assistant and volunteer coaches, assist with Student-Athlete academic success, create competition strategies and practice plans, deliver coaching direction to student athletes, coordinate with sports information and training staffs, assure proper oversight of practices and games and assure full education of and compliance with NJCAA and Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) Regulations.

Requisition ID: 1065
Employee Group: Adjunct Faculty - Please note this is a non-classroom coach position covered by the Faculty Association collective bargaining agreement.
Schedule: Winter Semester
Compensation: Adjunct Faculty - Part time (50% paid in fall semester and 20% paid in winter semester)
Reports to: Director of Athletics
Posting Opens: 12/15/2025
Posting Closes: Open until filled

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Direct and coordinate the activities of the men's soccer program in the planning, organizing and coaching of the Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) men's soccer team.
• Ensure compliance with college, conference, and NJCAA policies and regulations.
• Support the academic success of student-athletes at GRCC.
• Ensure student-athlete study table requirements are met each week and progress reports are completed and turned in to the Athletic Department on time throughout each semester.
• Follow up on prospective student athlete inquiries through emails, texts or phone calls.
• Recruit student-athletes by means of personal contact and correspondence, evaluating ability in person or by videotape, and on-campus visits.
• Responsible for coordinating recruiting visits and prospective student-athlete tryouts in accordance with NJCAA and GRCC guidelines.
• Provide student-athletes with information and opportunities at the next level, with the goal of graduating student-athletes from GRCC and moving them on to NCAA or NAIA institutions.
• Establish relationships with high school and college coaches for recruitment of student-athletes.
• Reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds, organizing and turning in all receipts in accordance with GRCC policies.
• Maintain and purchase athletic equipment within annual plan and budget guidelines with approval from the Director of Athletics.
• Assign or intake team athletic equipment when appropriate, communicating any equipment/apparel issues with the Director of Athletics and Equipment Manager.
• Assist the Director of Athletics in scheduling non-conference competition by appropriate timelines to allow other administrative needs to be met (event management, athletic trainer, officials, travel, lodging, meals, etc.)
• Submit practice schedule to Director of Athletics for approval. Follow all Ford Fieldhouse space request procedures.
• Assist in the collection of proper documentation needed to establish each student-athlete's eligibility.
• Submit student-athletes for GRCC, MCCAA and NJCAA awards.
• Assume responsibility of off-season activities when approved and scheduled by the Director of Athletics.
• Responsible for the supervision of the team and individual athletes while in the locker room, during practice, games and when traveling.
• Attend all practices, games, tournaments and scheduled team activities.
• Attend college, conference, and NJCAA meetings as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
• Represent GRCC at athletic events upon request.
• Follow all GRCC and Athletic Department policies and procedures.
• Maintain high standards and uphold the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct and the GRCC Student Code of Conduct.
• Responsible to submit written proposals to the Director of Athletics for recruiting trips, camps & clinics and other fundraising initiatives.
• Communicate and follow-up with the Director of Athletics on team matters requiring approval and input.
• Perform other duties not specifically stated herein but deemed essential to the operations of the program as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
• Persons in this role are identified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). CSA's will be trained and responsible for reporting Clery Reportable Crimes to Campus Police as required by the Clery Act.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education:

• Associates degree required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Work Experience:

• Three or more years of soccer coaching experience required.
• Collegiate head coaching experience preferred.
• Collegiate recruiting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NJCAA or NCAA eligibility and compliance preferred.
• Administrative experience preferred.
• NJCAA experience preferred.

Physical & Mental Demands:

• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills; ability to effectively interact with faculty, staff and students.
• Experience working with non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds and with varying academic skills.
• Understanding of confidentiality as related to professional Code of Ethics, HIPPA and FERPA guidelines.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Ability to stand, sit and demonstrate the skills necessary to teach the game of soccer.
• Capacity to coach in various environments
• Model good sportsmanship, discipline and accountability.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to travel to various locations for recruiting, games and practices, leaving at various times.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to attend post season competition and overnight trips.
• Ability to work in fast paced, stressful environments.
• Flexible working conditions.
• Ability to adapt to sudden change.
• Must be a team player and understand the mission of GRCC.

Benefits

• Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsite gym membership.
• Continuous Learning: Career development and educational opportunities.
• Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our retirement options, including the state retirement plan.

Application / Hiring Process

Please fill out an application at https://www.grcc.edu/jobs. Submit a cover letter, resume & unofficial transcripts. The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date referenced at the top of this job posting.
Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Only adjunct faculty living in the state of Michigan can teach classes for GRCC.