Varsity Girls Soccer Head Coach

Job Title: Varsity Girls Soccer Head Coach 

Classification: Temporary, Non-exempt, Seasonal 

Reports To: Athletic Director, Associate Athletic Director

Job Purpose: Fostering Excellence and Development 

The Varsity Girls Soccer Head Coach is responsible for leading and mentoring student-athletes, creating a competitive yet supportive team environment, and promoting the values of sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork. The coach will drive skill development, strategic execution, and holistic athlete growth while effectively managing all aspects of the program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Program Leadership and Team Development

• Establish a Positive Culture: Proactively cultivate and maintain a healthy, respectful, and high-performing dynamic among players, coaching staff, and the broader athletic department.

• Athlete Development: Design, implement, and supervise progressive, sport-specific training programs to maximize individual and team improvement throughout the season.

• Team Building: Organize and facilitate opportunities for the team to develop strong camaraderie and cohesion outside of regular practice.

• Recruitment and Staff Management: Recruit, interview, and supervise a qualified and cohesive coaching staff (Assistant Coaches, JV Coaches).

• Compliance: Maintain adaptability by being prepared to adjust practice protocols and team operations in response to health and safety regulations.

• Creating JV and Varsity rosters

Coaching and Game Management

• Practice Management: Plan, direct, and supervise all practices, ensuring structure, safety, and productivity.

• Game Day Execution: Attend all games and scrimmages, prepared with strategic game plans, effective in-game adjustments, and comprehensive player lineups.

• Logistics and Scheduling: Build and finalize the official season game schedule in collaboration with the Athletic Department.

• League Participation: Attend and represent the program at all mandatory pre-season and post-season league and conference meetings.

• Team Travel: Fulfill supervisory responsibilities by riding the team bus for travel or coordinating appropriate coverage with assistant coaches.

Administration and Communication

• Stakeholder Communication: Establish and maintain consistent, proactive, and professional communication with athletes, parents, and the team parent representative regarding schedules, team news, game results, and program highlights (weekly minimum).

• Reporting: Report game results promptly to the Athletic Department and ensure timely and accurate input of matches 

• Input game schedule and results onto Maxpreps

• Program Inventory: Manage, inventory, and maintain all team equipment, and coordinate the efficient collection and return of uniforms at the conclusion of the season.

• Professional Development: Actively participate in all scheduled coaching and department meetings.

• Apply for post season play for NCS and State tournaments

• Share out weekly schedule with team and team parents

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience: Proven playing and/or coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level.

• Education: Undergraduate Degree strongly preferred.

• Sport Knowledge: Comprehensive and current knowledge of soccer strategy, rules, and best practices.

• Leadership & Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated ability to improve team dynamics and inspire confidence. Must be organized, positive, patient, and highly effective in mentoring and working with teenagers.

• Certifications: Current CPR/First Aid Certification is mandatory.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The role requires a significant time commitment, including evenings and weekends for practices, games, and travel.

Essential Physical Tasks

• Ability to work on your feet for extended periods (multiple hours).

• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 40 lbs of team equipment (e.g., goals, balls, cones).

Direct Reports

Assistant Coach(es), Junior Varsity Coach(es)

Mandatory Prerequisites & Compliance

• Background Check: Satisfactory completion of a Live Scan fingerprint background check in accordance with California Education Code requirements.

• Mandated Reporter: Completion of mandatory Child Abuse Mandated Reporter training (SB848) prior to commencing work.

Employment Terms & Equal Opportunity

At-Will Employment Statement

Employment with Urban is "at-will." This means that either the employee or Urban may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Urban is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on school needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, hair texture/protective hairstyles (CROWN Act), or any other status protected under California or federal law.