Head Coach, Men’s Soccer
Part-time – Contract to April 2027 (with possibility of renewal annually)
Reporting to the Manager, Intercollegiate Sports, and accountable to the Director of Athletics, the Head Coach, Men’s Soccer is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, management, and development of the Men’s Soccer program at Nipissing University. The role includes the planning and delivery of a comprehensive competitive program that supports the athletic, academic, and personal development of student-athletes.
The Head Coach will foster an environment that is student‑centred, inclusive, and aligned with the mission, vision, and values of Nipissing University, while ensuring the program is fully integrated within the broader University community. The Coach will lead the program in a manner consistent with University, OUA, and U SPORTS policies and standards.
Primary areas of responsibility include program management, coaching and competitive preparation, student‑athlete recruitment and retention, revenue generation through camps and other initiatives, and meaningful engagement with alumni, supporters, and the wider community.
The successful candidate will have a university degree, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, preferably in athletics, kinesiology, recreation, education, or sport management. The candidate will also hold sport-specific coaching education, training, and certification appropriate to the level of university sport, or demonstrate equivalent coaching experience. Ongoing engagement in professional development related to coaching, Safe Sport, and student-athlete well-being will be expected. A minimum of three (3) years of coaching experience is required, preferably at the university or an equivalent high-performance level.
The target hiring range for this position is $20,000 to $26,000 annually. Placement within the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
Please submit your letter of application and resume in one document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m., February 22, 2026.
Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval. The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
