Position descriptionMount Allison University invites applications for the position of Head Coach, Men’s Soccer, competing in Atlantic University Sport (AUS) and U SPORTS. This is a part-time five month term position starting August 1, 2027.
The Head Coach is responsible for the overall leadership, development, and administration of the Men’s Soccer program. This includes coaching, recruitment, student-athlete development, program planning, and community engagement. The successful candidate will foster a positive, inclusive, and high-integrity team culture aligned with Mount Allison’s commitment to academic excellence, student experience, and leadership development through sport. The program is committed to fostering a positive, high-performance setting built on trust, accountability, open communication, and an athlete-centered coaching philosophy that promotes competitive excellence, personal development, and team success.
Reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation, the Head Coach plays a key role in advancing Athletics as a strategic contributor to the University’s mission while supporting the holistic success of student-athletes.
The role also supports the continued growth of Men’s Soccer at Mount Allison through community-based development initiatives and seasonal youth programming.

Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership & CoachingLead and coach a competitive AUS Men’s Soccer programDevelop and implement annual and long-term high-performance plansPlan and deliver technical, tactical, physical, and psychological preparation for competitionConduct regular video analysis of upcoming opponents to identify tactical tendencies, strengths, weaknesses,



and opportunities to inform match preparation and game strategyPrepare and communicate opposition scouting reports and match-specific tactical plans to student-athletes and coaching staff in advance of competitionUtilize game film and performance analysis to evaluate individual and team performance, identify areas for improvement, and incorporate findings into training sessions and player development plansLead regular individual and team video review sessions to provide constructive feedback, strengthen tactical understanding, and support continuous improvement throughout the seasonProvide ongoing feedback and mentorship to support athletic and personal developmentDevelop and implement a strategic recruitment and retention plan to attract academically qualified, high-performing student-athletes who will contribute to the competitive success and long-term sustainability of the programEstablish annual program goals and performance measures aligned with departmental priorities, including competitive development, student-athlete recruitment and retention, academic achievement, and program culture.
Recruit, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches and support staffStudent-Athlete Experience & AdministrationFoster a team culture that prioritizes academic success, well-being, and personal growthMonitor academic progress and collaborate with campus support servicesPromote leadership, citizenship, and community engagement among student-athletesProgram AdministrationAssist with budget planning and responsible management of program resourcesCoordinate team travel,



scheduling, facilities, and equipment needsEnsure compliance with Mount Allison, AUS, U SPORTS, and Safe Sport policiesSupport fundraising, alumni engagement, and program promotion initiativesCommunity & University EngagementRepresent Mount Allison positively within the soccer community locally, provincially, and nationallyParticipate in departmental initiatives, recruitment events, and university outreachContribute to youth camps and development opportunities aligned with Mount Allison’s community engagement goalsQualifications/skillsMinimum three (3) years of high-performance soccer coaching experienceDemonstrated ability to recruit and develop student-athletesStrong leadership, communication, and organizational skillsKnowledge of contemporary coaching practices and athlete developmentCommitment to student-athlete well-being, equity, and Safe Sport principlesExperience coaching in U SPORTS, AUS, or comparable post-secondary environments is an assetNCCP National B License (or equivalent) is an assetAbility to work evenings, weekends, and travel as requiredValid driver’s licenseCriminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector ScreeningIf you are interested in the challenges and opportunities that this position has to offer, please forward your application to: People and Culture Department, e-mail: [email protected]. Review of applications will begin on November 20, 2026.
Mount Allison is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage applications from members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual and gender identities. We seek candidates with qualifications and knowledge to contribute specifically to the further diversification of our campus commun

📌 Men's Soccer, Head Coach (Canada)
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