The Assistant Football Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Football Coach with the administration and organization of a successful athletic program that competes in the Centennial Conference at the NCAA Division III level.
Responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities:
Assist the Head Football Coach and Defensive Coordinator with all aspects of a successful NCAA Division III football program
Coach and lead an assigned defensive position group, including practice planning, game preparation, and play calling
Manage an assigned off-campus recruiting territory in compliance with NCAA, Centennial Conference, and Ursinus College policies
Assistant Coach, Men’s Football
Department
Athletics
Overview
The Assistant Football Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Football Coach with the administration and organization of a successful athletic program that competes in the Centennial Conference at the NCAA Division III level.
Responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities:
Assist the Head Football Coach and Defensive Coordinator with all aspects of a successful NCAA Division III football program
Coach and lead an assigned defensive position group, including practice planning, game preparation, and play calling
Manage an assigned off-campus recruiting territory in compliance with NCAA, Centennial Conference, and Ursinus College policies
Monitor and support the academic progress, personal development, and overall well-being of student-athletes
Serve as video coordinator for practices and publishing games to the Centennial Conference video pool
Assist with coordination of off-campus team travel and related logistics
Support off-season football activities, including strength and conditioning coordination, camps, and clinics
Collaborate regularly with athletic training staff to promote the health, safety, and wellness of student-athletes
Coordinate game-day setup and breakdown of coach communication systems, video, instant replay, and sideline technology and equipment on game days
Supervise the sideline chain crew
Oversee post-game uniform collection and laundry operations
Assist with general athletic operations support throughout the academic year as assigned, including home athletic event coverage and equipment room support - coordinated around football responsibilities
Demonstrate ethical decision-making, professionalism, and sportsmanship consistent with the mission, values, and philosophy of Ursinus College, and adhere to all departmental, institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations
Other Duties:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Job responsibilities and activities may be modified or changed at any time with or without notice. Job descriptions will be audited periodically by the Ursinus Human Resources department to ensure they are up-to-date and reflect the essential responsibilities and duties of the job.
Requirements and Qualifications
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required
Knowledge of rules and techniques of football, specifically in defense
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and planning ability
Knowledge of NCAA Division III and Centennial Conference rules and regulations a plus