The Rams compete primarily in the NAIA as a part of the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) and are also members of the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) at the Division I level.

Responsibilities

• Successfully plan, schedule, organize, and conduct all practices and competitions for the men’s soccer program, including all preparation of facilities and equipment for practice.
• Ability to recruit and retain student-athletes that reflect the core values and mission of CIU.
• Provide Christ-centered mentorship and leadership to student-athletes, fostering spiritual growth and character development.
• Successfully coach all home and away contests, demonstrating Christian leadership and competitive excellence.
• Manage all aspects of running the men’s soccer program, working independently and cooperatively with all CIU athletics and institution staff.
• Oversee and manage the operational budget and lead the fundraising efforts for the program.
• Ensure full compliance with all NAIA, NCCAA, and AAC policies and guidelines.
  Perform other duties as assigned by the athletics director.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of the game of soccer, with a specific focus on intercollegiate soccer.
  Proven ability to effectively teach, mentor, and coach student-athletes in the sport of soccer.
  Demonstrated capability to work independently in all aspects of program management, including recruitment, operations, and athlete development.
• Strong commitment to Christian leadership, maintaining a professional demeanor and serving as a positive role model at all times.
• Utilize current technology as it relates to communication and promotion of CIU and the soccer team.
• Ability to work within budget parameters set by the athletics director.
• An undergraduate degree is required. Post-graduate degree preferred (Master's or beyond) 
• Previous head coaching experience at a four-year college or university at the NCAA or NAIA level is preferred. 

About Columbia International University

Columbia International University (CIU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, or disability is prohibited. Because CIU is a religious institution, it exercises those rights afforded to religious institutions, which allow the use of religious qualifications and tenets in personnel actions. Columbia International University (CIU) is a Christian Ministry dedicated to theological training and to propagating biblical Christianity. We are committed to providing a Christian educational environment conducive to helping God's people grow in spiritual maturity, Bible knowledge, and ministry skills. CIU Athletics competes in the NAIA within the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) and is dually affiliated with the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCA) at the Division I level. For more information on CIU Athletics, visit www.ciurams.com.

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