Position Title
Assistant Football Coach
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Internal Job Category
Staff
Job Statement/Summary
The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all management aspects of his/her team. The Assistant Coach must assist the Head Coach with practice, games and recruitment of players each season in accordance with University and NAIA rules and regulations. He/She will coordinate the practice and game situations for the defensive side of the ball. The Defensive Coordinator will run meetings for defensive staff. Assistant Coaches must make prospective student-athletes aware of all policies and procedures in the University Regulations and the Athletic Handbook.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Instructing student-athletes in all aspects of the sport and establishing adherence guidelines associated with NAIA Mid-South conference rules as well as the University’s policies
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Instruction/establishment of comprehensive safety method and standards for student-athletes
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Research and preparation of academic teaching methodology relating to sport
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Assist with the coordination, planning and development of the sport program
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Leading and monitoring both training and practice sessions
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Develop and maintain effective interaction with students, staff, alumni, parents, etc.
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Mentoring and supporting each student-athlete to maximize their academic success
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Review of films to continually improve the success of the program
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Evaluate players’ strengths and weaknesses
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Ensure that injured players receive appropriate care
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Schedule games and practices seeking to minimize scheduling conflicts as much as practicable and to maximize fan participation to the extent possible
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Attend all practices having a clear and organized practice plan
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Transport the team to away contests, by either driving or having a driver arranged
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Assist in managing the team budget
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Assist in managing team fundraising efforts
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Attend all coaches meetings
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Assist in handling all aspects of camps and clinics offered
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Consistently communicate with the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director regarding matters related to the program when necessary
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Consistently communicate with the Faculty Athletic Representative and Athletic Director regarding all eligibility and scholarship offers when necessary
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Assist in managing all recruiting, practice, and travel forms
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Assist in managing game day operations
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Adhere to the Athletic Department’s Regulations
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Adhere to and promote the University and the Athletic Department mission, philosophy, and objectives
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Adhere to and promote University policy and all respects
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General maintenance to the fields, weight rooms and gyms, which may require lifting or moving of equipment weighing 50 pounds
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Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
This is a twelve month position reporting to the Head Coach and Athletic Director. The Assistant Coach must have a strong commitment to Athletics and exceptional independent judgment, problem solving, planning skills, and the ability to effectively motivate student-athletes. The Assistant Coach must have the knowledge to teach the sport and the ability to recruit. The Assistant Coach must display professionalism in all aspects of the position.
Experience
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1-3 years of college coaching experience preferred
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Proficient in using HUDL
Education
Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Requires standing, lifting, pulling, pushing, carrying and climbing, reaching both high and low. Frequently requires walking and balancing.
Work is conducted in a high-paced and very stressful environment. Assistant Coaches are generally in high-profile positions.
Application Requirements
An electronic version of your resume and cover letter is required.