Job Description

Posting Number

STA00801PO25

Job Family

Athletics Administration

Job Function

Coaching

USC Market Title

Head Coach

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132070

Job Level

M2 - Managerial

Business Title (Internal Title)

Head Women's Soccer Coach

Campus

Upstate

Work County

Spartanburg

College/Division

USC Upstate College/Division Level

Department

UPS Athletics Coaches

State Pay Band

Unclassified

Approved Starting Salary

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Advertised Salary Range

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Location of Vacancy

USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:30am - 5pm; Some evenings and weekends as needed are required.

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Other


About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service -- helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.


Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Head Women's Soccer Coach

University of South Carolina Upstate

STA00801PO25

Spartanburg, SC



The Head Women's Soccer Coach is responsible for the overall administration and success of the women's soccer program. The primary purpose of this position is to teach and coach student-athletes, plan practices, develop strategies for skill enhancement, lead conditioning, monitor student-athlete academic progress, recruit student-athletes, schedule opponents, develop and manage the team budget, develop community relationships, participate in fund-raising activities, administer camps and clinics, and administer team regulations for the women's soccer program.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 5 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree, college level coaching/playing experience and USSF or NSCAA coaching license preferred. Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations, exceptional interpersonal skills, computer skills and strong written and oral skills.


Job Duties

Job Duty

Directs all scheduling for the program (competition, team travel, practice and conditioning, etc.) and coordinates with he men's soccer program as necessary.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

10

Job Duty

Ensures academic success of student-athletes in conjunction withthte academic support staff.

Essential Function

No

Percentage of Time

10

Job Duty

Monitors program's budget and expenditures and forecasts budget planning as required.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

10

Job Duty

Directs all recruiting initiatives for the program (off-campus evaluations and contacts, phone calls, letter writing, e-mail communication, on-campus visits, evaluations, scholarship offers, etc.)

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

20

Job Duty

Directs all coaching within the program (practice, competition, skill development, conditioning in conjunction with strength and conditioning staff, etc.)

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

40

Job Duty

Fundraises for the program through solicitation of support and participates in various fundraising events (outreach to alumni, clinics, athletic auction, golf tournament, U Club, etc.)

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

5

Job Duty

Other duites as assigned by sport administrator or Director of Athletics.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

5


Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive

No

Hazardous weather category

Non-Essential


Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

11/15/2025

Job Open Date

10/06/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

The application must be completed in full and include all current and previous work history, coaching and/or playing experience, as well as educational background.

A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.

USC

Upstate offers a valuable

benefits

package including but not limited to:

Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Program Dependent Scholarships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/195799

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.