Assistant Football Coach

About ACU

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.

Title of Position

Assistant Football Coach

Posting Location

Abilene, Texas

Department

Athletics

Employee Class

About ACU

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.

Title of Position

Assistant Football Coach

Posting Location

Abilene, Texas

Department

Athletics

Employee Class

Exempt Full-Time

Basic Responsibilities

A. Recruitment of student-athletes who are athletically, academically and spiritually compatible with the ACU mission.

B. Organization and administration of aspects related to managing a Division I football program. Including but not limited to program administration, budget, NCAA compliance, academics, etc.

C. Provide student-athletes with holistic opportunities for athletic, academic, professional and spiritual development.

D. Assist in fundraising and alumni relations.

E. Other duties as assigned per the Head Coach and the Vice President of Athletics.

Essential Duties

A. Recruitment of student-athletes who are athletically, academically and spiritually compatible with the ACU mission.

1. Recruit student-athletes who have the athletic ability to compete at the NCAA DI FCS level. Evaluate prospect’s fundamental skills and athletic talent.

2. Personally interview each prospective student-athlete in order to evaluate character, personal motivation, work ethic, etc. Prospects must have morals compatible with ACU’s mission. Interview coaches, family members, and friends of prospective student-athletes.3. Evaluate academic success of prospective student-athletes by reviewing grades and national test scores.

B. Organization and administration of aspects related to managing a Division I football program. Including but not limited to program administration, budget, compliance, academics, etc.

1. Be a good steward of financial resources and assist with remaining on budget.

2. Evaluate potential candidates for assistant coach and staff positions who align with the university’s missions and vision.

3. Maintain understanding and compliance of NCAA, WAC and university rules, regulations and policy.

4. Assist with scheduling and troubleshooting of academic and degree progress issues.

C. Provide student-athletes with holistic opportunities for athletic, academic, professional and spiritual development.

1. Develop a comprehensive plan to ensure our student-athletes are able to compete at the highest Division I FCS level. Including but not limited to strength and conditioning, position- specific instruction, game planning, etc.

2. Monitor academic progress of student-athletes to ensure eligibility, APR, and graduation standards are being met.

3. Encourage open communication between student-athletes and coaches. Provide many opportunities for spiritual growth, i.e. devotionals, mentoring program, application of biblical principles in midst of competition (life principles).

D. Assist in fundraising and alumni relations.

1. Help identify individuals interested in football and/or have a relationship with the coach and a willingness to provide funds for the program.

2. Establish relationships with key donors and maintain contact with donors through regular updates and information about the program.

3. Responsible for promoting ACU Athletics and football program via media relations requests, ie broadcasting coaches shows, interviews, and public relations opportunities.

E. Other duties as assigned per Head Coach and Vice President of Athletics.

Professional Development Requirements

A. Skills

1. Extensive knowledge of the game of football and the ability to teach and motivate

student-athletes to perform at the highest level with integrity and ethics.

1. Communication skills: ability to effectively communicate with a diverse group of people

2. Organization skills: ability to handle specific details of events, budget, trip, meeting, etc.

3. Proper time management: ability to meet deadlines.

B. Training Required

1. Attend sport-related clinics, coaching clinics, and workshops.

2. View film on football fundamentals and practice organization.

3. Study materials on improving communication skills, motivational skills, coaching techniques

4. Attend promotional and administrator seminars

Qualifications

A. Professional

1. Bachelor's degree/Masters preferred

2. Football skills, motivational skills, communication skills

3. Ethics and integrity to work within rules of NCAA and the WAC

B. Personal

1. Morals, ethics, loyalty to the University and ACU Mission

2. Be a positive role model in daily life and actions

Physical Demands

A. Demonstrate physical skills of football fundamentals

B. Be in good cardiovascular condition to endure long hours of the work day and endure outdoor elements during practice and competition

C. Maintain healthy lifestyle

Additional Information

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.