General Manager of Football

EXPIRED

Job Summary

The General Manager of Football is responsible for assisting the Head Football Coach. This position must adhere to all safety standards, ensure the well-being of student-athletes and support their academic success.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

The General Manager functions in the following roles:

Job Summary

The General Manager of Football is responsible for assisting the Head Football Coach. This position must adhere to all safety standards, ensure the well-being of student-athletes and support their academic success.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

The General Manager functions in the following roles:

• Assist the head coach in administering a highly competitive Division I Football Program
• Handles many aspects of the team, including the recruitment and advisement of players
• Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to their sport
• Evaluate and recruit qualified student-athletes
• Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the University, the SWAC and the NCAA with the utmost integrity
• Work cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department, always present the University positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and AAU coaches, media and general public
• Sets up recruiting visits between coaches and high school players and oversees student athletes’ housing and academic affairs once a recruit arrives on campus
• Serves as the liaison for the NFL Pro Day, football alumni, strength and conditioning staff, university facilities, and department’s sports information office
• Assist with scheduling community service events
• Organizes summer football camps
• Participates in fundraising and booster activities
• Promote student participation with all home games

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Two to five years experience in coaching on the high school or intercollegiate level.
• Effective written/oral communication
• Ability to work effectively with all collegiate personnel, students, alumni and community
• Sound judgement and maturity
• Must be knowledgeable of NCAA rules and regulations Preferred:
• Master’s degree
• Previous experience in intercollegiate athletics

Supplemental Information

Applications without the following will not be considered complete.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcript(s) if applicable
• Curriculum Vitae if applicable Review of applicants will begin March 11, 2024 and will continue until position is filled.

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