Assistant Football Coach – Internal Candidates Only

EXPIRED

Internal Candidate Posting expires 7/22/2024. Siena Heights University’s Athletics’ Office is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Football Coach. This is a full-time, exempt position.

SUMMARY :

The Assistant Football Coach plays a key role in supporting the Head Coach in all aspects of the Football program including athlete development, training sessions, recruiting and administrative duties. Assists in the planning, organizing, and coaching of the Siena Heights University Football Team. The Assistant Coach is further responsible for supporting the Head Coach in providing a quality athletic program for student-athletes through pre and postseason training/conditioning, intercollegiate competition, student-athlete recruitment and monitoring of academic progress. The Assistant Coach is responsible for directing the additional Football student workers.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Internal Candidate Posting expires 7/22/2024. Siena Heights University’s Athletics’ Office is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Football Coach. This is a full-time, exempt position.

SUMMARY :

The Assistant Football Coach plays a key role in supporting the Head Coach in all aspects of the Football program including athlete development, training sessions, recruiting and administrative duties. Assists in the planning, organizing, and coaching of the Siena Heights University Football Team. The Assistant Coach is further responsible for supporting the Head Coach in providing a quality athletic program for student-athletes through pre and postseason training/conditioning, intercollegiate competition, student-athlete recruitment and monitoring of academic progress. The Assistant Coach is responsible for directing the additional Football student workers.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist the Head Coach in preparing the student athlete for competition in the Football season by instructing and teaching in the fundamentals of Football performance, creating and executing daily practice plans, including pre and post season conditioning programs.

• Instructing athletes in game strategy and rules knowledge; and providing individualized coaching and mentorship to student-athletes to support their athletic and personal development.

• Assist in providing and maintaining necessary uniforms and equipment.

• Assist the Head Coach in recruitment and retention of student athletes through scouting, evaluation and communication with prospective athletes and their families, including networking through high schools, travel programs, junior colleges as well as parents and student athletes.

• Assist with team travel arrangements, schedule management, and logistical coordination for practices and competitions.

• Assist with recruiting correspondence with high school and junior college coaches as well as prospective student athletes. Assist in the planning, organizing and execution of fundraising events for the Football budget.

• Assists in monitoring student athletes’ academic progress by scheduling study sessions and communicating with academic advisors and faculty. Promote environment in which student athlete will establish purposeful and ethical characteristics.

• This position is institutionally authorized to accept financial aid documents and verify information.

• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :

Education/Certification:

• Requires bachelor’s degree in sports management, physical education or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide necessary skills to mentor and develop student-athletes holistically and understand the academic environment, including compliance with academic standards, scheduling challenges, and the academic needs of student-athletes.

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Professional Experience:

• Requires previous Football coaching or player experience, preferably at the collegiate level.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to instruct and motivate student athletes and assistant coaches.
• Communicate clearly in writing as well as have highly developed time management skills.
• Passion for the institution’s mission, traditions, and long-term success. Consistently demonstrate the mission, vision, and values of the University.
• Demonstrate commitment and ability to provide a quality student athlete experience.
• Reliable and dependable attendance.
• CPR/AED certification and knowledge of sports medicine best practices (preferred).
• Ability to work a varying schedule including nights and weekends with travel as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Ability to operate standard office/practice equipment/technology.

• Ability to conduct practices and coach matches.

• Ability to travel to locations throughout campus, regionally, and beyond for recruiting and team travel.

• Ability to interact with other members of the student affairs staff, university community, student athletes, prospective student athletes, parents, coaches and university administrators and other contacts as determined by the nature and scope of responsibilities.

DISCLAIMER : There may be additional duties required from time to time to ensure the delivery of services from the Athletics’ Office, or the University in general. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required of this position.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Qualified candidates are invited to send their cover letter, resume and three professional references to SHUjobs@sienaheights.edu.

In the subject line of the email, please reference the job title of this position to ensure timely review and distribution of your materials. Review of application materials will continue until the position is filled. EOE