Assistant Football Coach – Offense

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Assistant Football Coach is a full-time position responsible for the recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes and assisting in all aspects of the football program. The position’s specific coaching assignment will be based on the strengths and experience of the selected candidate, with flexibility for any role on the offensive side of the ball and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will be a strong overall fit for the program and its culture – committed to player development, teamwork, and excellence. A coordinator title may be considered for a highly qualified and experienced candidate. The position reports to the Head Football Coach.

Requirements

Essential Functions:

The statements below are intended to describe the principal duties of the person or persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties and responsibilities.

• Evaluates and recruits qualified student-athletes.

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Assistant Football Coach is a full-time position responsible for the recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes and assisting in all aspects of the football program. The position’s specific coaching assignment will be based on the strengths and experience of the selected candidate, with flexibility for any role on the offensive side of the ball and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will be a strong overall fit for the program and its culture – committed to player development, teamwork, and excellence. A coordinator title may be considered for a highly qualified and experienced candidate. The position reports to the Head Football Coach.

Requirements

Essential Functions:

The statements below are intended to describe the principal duties of the person or persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties and responsibilities.

• Evaluates and recruits qualified student-athletes.
• Coach and develop student-athletes in an assigned offensive position.
• Scout opponents.
• Directs assistant coaches in coordinating study hall and tutoring.
• Monitors class schedules, grades and student-athlete academic progress.
• Ensures that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct and eligibility of athletic activities and athletes are explained and followed.
• Ensures that student athletes follow a standard of conduct that aligns with the core values of the College.
• Responsible for student-athlete retention.
• Responsible for marketing and promoting of the athletic program.
• Assists the administration with alumni relations.
• Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the College, UMAC and the NCAA with the utmost integrity.
• Works cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department, attends department meetings and activities, and always represents the College positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and club coaches, media and public.
• Completes other assigned administrative duties in a timely manner.
• Responsible for establishing job standards for subordinate staff and effectively evaluating staff under charge.
• Engages in regular consultation with athletic training and other sport department personnel to maximize the safety and wellness of student-athletes and always demonstrates concern for the overall welfare of students.
• Game management in other sports.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor's degree required; master’s degree preferred.

Experience: Three years of demonstrated successful coaching experience at the high school or college level. Commitment to attend all scheduled practices and games. Collegiate coaching of the offensive line or offensive skill position is preferred. Experience working with diverse populations. Experience contributing to campus diversity efforts. Coordinator-level experience is a plus but not required.

Skills:

• Ability to recruit, coach develop, and teach highly talented student-athletes.
• Ability to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of the College, UMAC and the NCAA.
• Ability to hire and supervise qualified assistants and student workers.
• Ability to market and promote.
• A proven record in following directives and being responsible for tasks which have been assigned.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed.
• Ability to attend seminars, meetings and other professional development opportunities at or away from the College.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
• Knowledge of management methods and ability to provide administrative guidance within area of responsibility and provide direct training and supervision as needed.
• Ability to apply budgeting and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively - orally, by phone, in person, and in writing.
• Ability to respond to emergencies in a timely manner.
• Ability to represent the department and College in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed.

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