Assistant Football Coach

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About the Position

The purpose of the Assistant Football Coach is to assist the head coach in all phases of the program, complying with university, conference and NCAA rules and regulations. Supervise and manage the day to day operations of the athletic team, including teaching and coaching; provide leadership and support for the vision and strategies of the head coach. Contribute to the overall Athletics & Physical Education Department through teaching Physical Education classes and additional duties. Assist with recruiting and travel with the team to away-from-home contests.

What You'll Do

Coaching (30%)

• Assist with planning and executing all team practice sessions and competition.

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Attention Current Lewis & Clark College Employees: In order to apply for posted positions, please close this window and log into Workday and click on Talent and Performance to apply internally.

Working at Lewis & Clark College

The campus is located on 137 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Portland’s southwest hills. Our strong commitment to sustainability is reinforced through recycling programs, energy conservation, alternative transportation options, and farm to fork initiatives. For benefit-eligible positions, we offer a competitivebenefits package that includes options for health, dental, vision, tuition, life insurance, retirement and more.

Lewis & Clark College is committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or age.

About the Position

The purpose of the Assistant Football Coach is to assist the head coach in all phases of the program, complying with university, conference and NCAA rules and regulations. Supervise and manage the day to day operations of the athletic team, including teaching and coaching; provide leadership and support for the vision and strategies of the head coach. Contribute to the overall Athletics & Physical Education Department through teaching Physical Education classes and additional duties. Assist with recruiting and travel with the team to away-from-home contests.

What You'll Do

Coaching (30%)

• Assist with planning and executing all team practice sessions and competition.

• Scout future opponents by film, watching games, and/or telephone reports.

• Prepare and present scouting reports on future opponents.

• Provide consultation and advice to head coach and team members.

• Prepare, plan, conduct, and evaluate practice sessions in conjunction with head coach.

• Serve as mentor to athletes, helping resolve academic and non-academic issues.

• Monitor and counsel student-athletes regarding academic progress, etc.

Teaching (30%)

• Teach Physical Education classes within the department.

• Teach student-athletes and groups of players within the team specific tasks and skills before, during and after practice.

• Teach progressions and drills during daily practice time.

• Teach advanced level skills and game strategies.

Recruiting (20%)

• Assist in the recruitment of quality student-athletes who fit the academic profile of the student body.

• Attend off-campus games for the purpose of evaluation and contact.

• Coordinate mailing of recruitment materials to prospective student-athletes and make phone contact with prospective student-athletes when appropriate.

• Plan campus visits with prospective student-athletes and their parents.

Administration (20%)

• Administer travel arrangements for team, including hotel accommodations, vans/cars, vans, airline travel reservations, etc.

• Follow Lewis & Clark procedures in handling any monies that flow through the athletic program.

• Interact with various campus offices, departments, as well as individual faculty and staff members.

• Demonstrate sensitivity to individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and a commitment to a diverse community.

• Serve in a leadership role and promote participation in community service activities by student athletes.

• Assist in the formulation of team and department activities.

• Represent the team with the public, parents and alumni; act as a positive role model for players.

• Supervise and mentor student assistants and managers associated with the program.

• May participate in NCAA compliance, assessment, and/or reporting activities.

Must Haves

• Requires an Associate's degree, certification(s), intermediate level of previous training, or a combination of education and relevant training/experience.

• 1 year of related experience.

• Ability to teach, motivate, evaluate, supervise, and mentor student-athletes.

• Ability to coach and recruit at the intercollegiate level.

• Past playing and/or coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level.

• Strong understanding of the skills, strategy and tactics of the sport.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills.

• Demonstrate a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities and progression for student- athletes.

• Ability to identify athletic and academic talent.

• First Aid & CPR certification (provided annually by the department).

• Thorough understanding of NCAA Division III academic standards, admissions and financial aid procedures.

• Acceptance of all individuals and a commitment to valuing and helping create a diverse community.

Nice to Haves

• Master's degree in related field.

• Experience teaching physical education activity classes.

• Preference will be given to candidates with coaching and recruiting experience at the intercollegiate level.

Work Schedule

• Full Time

• 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

• Benefits Eligible : Yes

Pay Rate

• Annual Salary Range $49,600 - $53,000 DOE

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Background Check

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