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Athletics

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Department:

ATHLETICS

Locations:

Westfield, MA

Posted:

May 20, 2024

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time

PositionID:

176847

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About Westfield State University:

In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.

Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.

Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member

You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.

Our Values

Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.

• Embrace Diversity-We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
• Maintain Excellence and Integrity -We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do.
• Collaborate with Each Other -We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner.
• Provide Accessible Education-We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all.
• Build a Strong Community-We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
• Engage the Outside Community-We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives.

Job Description:

Campus Title: Head Football Coach
State Job Title: Staff Associate
Department: Athletics
Job Code: HA5300
FLSA Status: Exempt
Funding: 7115-0100
Bargaining Unit: APA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Timeframe: 52 Weeks
Shift: Monday - Friday
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday (some nights and weekends required)
Supervision Received: Director of Athletics
Supervision Exercised: Assistant Football Coaches, Graduate Students, Student Managers
Salary: $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 (Salary commensurate with education and experience)

General Statement of Duties:

The head football coach is responsible for the overall development and growth of the Westfield StateUniversity NCAA Division III football program. The head coach must abide by all NCAA, Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference (MASCAC), and Westfield State University guidelines, policies, rules and regulations. The head coach will assume other administrative duties as assigned which may include athletics event management, department support and supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties include but not limited to:
Essential:

• Recruit highly skilled and academically qualified student-athletes to field a competitive team within the rules and principles of the NCAA and Westfield State University.
• Plan, direct, evaluate all aspects and facets of a successful NCAA Division III program.
• Plan, organize, conduct, and evaluate meeting and practice sessions, game plans, and team strategies.
• Implement a training program to develop the team to its fullest potential.
• Coordinate with the strength and conditioning coach on strength training and conditioning.
• Monitor academic progress and eligibility of student-athletes in the football program.
• Analyze and teach student-athletes the fundamentals, skills, and strategies of the sport.
• Motivate, teach, and promote positive values consistent with NCAA Division III, Westfield State University Athletics and Westfield State University.
• Coordinate the development and promotion of the program including but not limited to alumni engagement, fundraising, publicity, and social media.
• Fundraise for needed items outside of University base budget earmarked for football.
• Assist with athletics event management for select sports.
• Involve the football program in community service.
• Construct football game schedules with approval from athletic director.
• Manage care of appropriate facilities and equipment.
• Hire, supervise and evaluate assistant football coaches.
• Manage all compensated time performed by the assistant coaches.
• Always exhibit the highest degree of sportsmanship and professionalism.
• Utilize technology and software programs for recruitment, player development, and coaching.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Complete and pass annual NCAA on-line rules compliance test prior to September 6th.
• CPR/AED First Aid certification prior to August 14th.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree.

Additional Information:

Salary:

Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on theDepartment of Higher Education's webpage.

Employee Benefits:

Benefits are an important component of an employee's total compensation package.

• Health Insurance: Westfield State offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type health insurance plans for eligible employees with coverage effective on the 1st of the month following the 60 days of employment.
• Retirement: the MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution.
• Tuition Waivers & Discounts: eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities.
• Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.
• Additional information regarding employee benefits is available on the University'sBenefits & Wellness webpage.

Disability Accommodations

Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at(413) 572-8809or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.

Background Check

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal recordwill not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Application Instructions:

An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three references *
• Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree

* Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application.

Deadline: The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalists have beenselected.

NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk. The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.

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