Assistant Football Coach - Defense

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Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Football Coach - Defense

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Football Coach - Defense

Status

Full Time

Job Description

The Assistant Football Coach at Upper Iowa University reports directly to the Head Football Coach and is responsible for assisting the head coach in the planning, directing, and evaluating all aspects and facets of a successful football program on the

NCAA

Division II level. Duties include, but not limited to: recruitment of highly skilled and academically qualified student-athletes, monitor academic progress and eligibility, and effectively analyze and teach the fundamentals skills and strategies of the sport. Assist in the planning, organizing, conducting, and evaluating practices session along with developing, implementing, and evaluating game plans and strategies. Serve as a leader, mentor, and role-model to the student-athletes of the program. Perform administrative duties, processes, and procedures as directed by the head coach. Ensure compliance with all Department, University,

NCAA

, and

NSIC

policies, procedures, and regulations.

Essential Duties Summary

• Assist in directing and supervising the overall planning and execution of the intercollegiate football program.

• Promote the philosophy and objectives of the football program, the intercollegiate athletic department, and University.

• Serve as a leader, mentor, and role model to the student-athletes of the football program.

• Identify, evaluate, and recruit highly skilled and academically qualified student-athletes.

• Monitor academic progress and eligibility status of team members and implementing action plans and counseling as necessary.

• Effectively analyze and teach the fundamental skills and strategies of football.

• Assist in the planning, organizing, conducting, and evaluating practice sessions.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate game plans, strategies, and in-game adjustments under the direction of the head coach.

• Counsel and mentor team members in disciplinary, conduct, and personal matters.

• Assist with fundraising initiatives for the football program and Department of Athletics.

• Responsible for adhering to the policies, procedures, and regulations of the University, Department of Athletics, National Collegiate Athletic Association (

NCAA

), and Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (

NSIC

).

• Coordinate and work with the Office of Admissions in the recruitment of potential student-athletes and campus visits.

• Responsible for assisting the head coach in the administrative processes and procedures as it relates to the football program.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Ability to operate computer and associated software.

• Instructor/teach classes in the

EXSS

department.

• Perform any and all duties as may be required or assigned by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Minimum of two (2) year experience in coaching or playing at the collegiate or professional level.

• Strong commitment to the concept of a student-centered, positive student-athlete Experience.

• Knowledge of the game of Football including techniques, strategies, and rules.

• Knowledge of

NCAA

rules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.

Physical Demands

• Periods of prolonged standing.

• Prolong periods of exposure to weather elements.

• Raising, lowering, and/or lifting objects from one level to another of under 40 pds.

• Physical ability to demonstrate skills and techniques associated with the game of Football.

• Potential exposure to loud noise (i.e., music, crowds, etc.)

Location

Fayette, IA

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | AS589P | | Open Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Close Date | | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | EEO Statement |
Upper Iowa University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Upper Iowa University’s policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, furloughs, use of facilities, participation in activities, compensation and training. |

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents