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Extra Help Assistant Men's Soccer Coach

University Of Illinois Springfield

Job Location:

Springfield, VT - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 17 - 17

Posted: 29 September 2026 (4 days ago)

Application Deadline: 27 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Extra Help Assistant Mens Soccer Coach

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About UIS: Located in the state capital the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at .

Application deadline:

$17.00 per hour

Summary:
The Extra Help Assistant Mens Soccer Coach assists in development and advancement of a competitive intercollegiate mens soccer program within the philosophy objectives policies and guidelines of NCAA Division II the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) and Department of Athletics at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS). The Extra Help Assistant Mens Soccer Coach reports to the Head Mens Soccer Coach. This extra help position will support the Head Coach in all areas during crucial recruiting months in the absence of a full-time assistant.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Teach and instruct advanced level skills techniques and game strategies inherent in the highest level of competitive play; developing UIS mens soccer student-athletes to successful competitive achievements. : 20%

Assist in recruiting highly successful mens soccer student-athletes who are both physically and academically talented who represent UIS and Department of Athletics with good character and who strive to graduate from UIS. : 20%

Assist in preparation for practices competitions and team travel. : 20%

Assist with fundraising marketing promotion and alumni and community engagement of UIS mens soccer and Department of Athletics at UIS. : 10%

Collaborate with athletic training staff academic support personnel strength and conditioning compliance staff and other campus personnel to enhance and support UIS mens soccer student-athlete experience. : 10%

Accountable for compliance with all NCAA Division II and Great Lakes Valley Conference rules; including submission of all compliance forms adherence to all compliance policies and procedures and attendance of mandatory NCAA rules education sessions. : 5%

Assist in coordinating camps/clinics in an effort to increase local and regional exposure of UIS and UIS soccer. : 5%

Attend GLVC UIS and Department of Athletics meetings as scheduled; hold office hours; complete required NCAA and UIS training. : 5%

Perform other related duties as assigned to support the departments strategic goals and on-going initiatives. : 5%

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma required. Collegiate soccer playing experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors or plan to complete Bachelors degree by end of January 2027 preferred.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Must have a comprehensive understanding of athletic media relations with outstanding writing communication and interpersonal skills a working knowledge of in-game statistical program(s)
Proficient in desktop publishing and website management with accompanying software
Proficient with social media design & execution
Ability to travel and work nights and weekends required
High degree of integrity; demonstration of good independent judgment and the ability to respond quickly and work successfully under pressure and in a very open and public environment
Must be able to meet deadlines and coordinate multiple tasks while working under minimal supervision

Employment Policies and other information:

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence equity and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race color religion sex national origin ancestry age order of protection status genetic information marital status disability sexual orientation including gender identity unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination equal opportunity and affirmative action laws orders and regulations. Visit University of Illinois Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.

As a qualifying federal contractor the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position however all employment decisions will be made by a person.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security and instead is covered by the State Universities Retirement System

You do not pay Social Security taxes and your earnings will not be on your Social Security record. (Your record will however show your Medicare wages.)
Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your: