Head Football Coach

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Job Title

Head Football Coach

Agency

Texas A&M University

Job Title

Head Football Coach

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Athletic Director

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

The Home of the 12th Man is the pinnacle in opportunities realized through sport: championships won, diplomas earned, leaders equipped and launched to impact the world. Texas A&M Athletics' mission is to create opportunities through championship athletics. We are proud members of the Southeastern Conference, with more than 650 student-athletes competing at the NCAA Division 1-A level in 20 varsity sports.

What we want

The Coach is responsible for the overall Texas A&M Football program; determines scholarship value and recruits student-athletes; provides instruction, demonstration, evaluation and teaching of sport to assure individual athletes and team reaches maximum potential. Monitors the academic progress of student athletes.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience

Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.

Position details : Working nights, weekends, and holidays as required to complete assigned tasks.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Three years football coaching/teaching/playing experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree.

• Division I college coaching and recruiting experience.

Responsibilities

• COACHING - Provides instruction, demonstration and teaching of sports dynamics to student-athletes to ensure the maximum potential of individuals and the team as a whole. Schedules and conducts regular practice sessions within compliance periods. Coaches team during scheduled events. Determines and implements strategy to obtain maximum level of team and individual performance.

• RECRUITING - Scouts and recruits prospective student-athletes from high schools and community colleges. Coordinates all phases of recruiting activities. Works with Scholastic Supervisors and Coordinator for Student-Athlete Services to determine each student s academic qualifications and suitability for admission, assists in making application, and recommends grants-in-aid. Supervises all contact with prospective student-athletes to avoid violations of NCAA or other recruiting rules and regulations.

• ADMINISTRATION - Assists in preparation of budget and administration of program. Works within budget guidelines. Determines amount/percentage of Athletic Scholarships and the awarding of said scholarship. Determines competitive event schedule, coordinating with teams both inside and out of the Conference. Recommends participation in post-season games, when invitations are received. Oversees the purchase of uniforms and equipment.

• ACADEMICS - Works closely with Scholastic Supervisor to monitor the scholastic progress of each student-athlete. Encourages each athlete to pursue a career goal and to graduate within a five-year period. Ensures that athletes meet requirements established for athletic eligibility. Assists in enforcement of mandatory study programs for freshman and upper classmen having academic difficulties; enforces Athletic Department requirements for class attendance, make-up course work, etc.

• STUDENT ATHLETE WELFARE - Consults with Athletic Trainers and Team Physicians regarding overall health of student athlete. Consults with Strength & Conditioning Coach to determine team and individual conditioning program.

• ​ COMPLIANCE - Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations. Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations concerning student-athlete: conduct, appearance, road games, punctuality and other areas as deemed appropriate.

• COUNSELING - Provides individual counseling to student-athletes as need on personal problems, team performance, class schedules and the transition to college life. Counsels each student athlete to set individual goals for improvement of performance.

• PUBLIC RELATIONS - Participates in media-related activities including newspaper, television, radio interviews and new conferences. Accepts speaking engagements and makes public appearances at schools, Aggie Clubs, banquets and civic organizations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Why Texas A&M University? 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

_ Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application._

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.