Part-Time Assistant Football Coach

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Attention Current Lewis & Clark College Employees: In order to apply for posted positions, please close this window and log into Workday and click on Talent and Performance to apply internally.

Working at Lewis & Clark College

The campus is located on 137 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Portland’s southwest hills. Our strong commitment to sustainability is reinforced through recycling programs, energy conservation, alternative transportation options, and farm to fork initiatives. For benefit-eligible positions, we offer a competitivebenefits package that includes options for health, dental, vision, tuition, life insurance, retirement and more.

Lewis & Clark College is committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or age.

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About the Position:

This position will coach a position or assist in coaching a position. Assistant coaches will also assist in game planning, video breakdown and analysis, student-athlete mentoring and recruiting.

Essential Functions:

Coaching

• Assist with planning and executing all team practice sessions and competition. Scout future opponents by film, watching games, and/or telephone reports. Prepare and present scouting reports on future opponents. Provide consultation and advice to head coach and team members. Prepare, plan, conduct, and evaluate practice sessions in conjunction with head coach. Serve as mentor to athletes, helping resolve academic and non-academic issues. Monitor and counsel student-athletes regarding academic progress, etc.

Teaching

• Within the team, teach student-athletes and groups of player specific tasks and skills before, during and after practice. Teach progressions and drills during daily practice time. Teach advanced level skills and game strategies.

Recruiting

• Assist in the recruitment of quality student-athletes who fit the academic profile of the student body.

• Attend off-campus games for the purpose of evaluation and contact.

Administration

• Interact with various campus offices, departments, as well as individual faculty and staff members.

• Demonstrate sensitivity to individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and a commitment to a diverse community.

• Promote participation in community service activities by student athletes.

• Assist in the formulation of team and department activities.

• Represent the team with the public, parents and alumni; act as a positive role model for players.

• Supervise and mentor student assistants and managers associated with the program.

• Other related duties as assigned by the head coach or director of athletics.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D)

• 1 year past playing and/or coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level

• Strong communication and motivational skills

• Demonstrate a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities and progression for student-athletes.

• Ability to identify athletic and academic talent

• Acceptance of all individuals and a commitment to valuing and helping create a diverse community.

• First Aid & CPR certification (provided annually by the department)

• Thorough understanding of NCAA Division III academic standards, admissions and financial aid procedures

• The successful candidate will possess a sound commitment to the academic and athletic mission of the College, along with the ability to teach, motivate, evaluate and recruit high caliber well-qualified student-athletes.

• Ability to honor and work with all identities and individuals, particularly those who are underrepresented in the country and/or at Lewis & Clark College.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

• Preference will be given to candidates with coaching and recruiting experience at the intercollegiate level.

Work Schedule:

• Part-time (TBD)

Pay Rate

• $25 per hour

• Benefits Eligible: No

• Exempt: No

Physical Requirements

• Moderate amount of lifting of light weight (up to 15 lbs.) to medium weight (15 to 35 lbs.), climbing or working in physically tiring work

• Bending, kneeling/squatting, twisting, climbing (stairs), standing, driving, sitting, walking, grasping/gripping, pinching/squeezing, pushing/pulling, repetitive hand movements (e.g., typing), seeing, talking, hearing

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Background Check

Lewis & Clark College will conduct a background check on the finalist, which will include a criminal record check. If a conviction is discovered, a determination will be made whether the conviction is related to the position for which the individual is applying or would present safety or security risks before an employment decision is made. A criminal conviction does not necessarily automatically bar an applicant from employment.

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