Head Football Coach, NCAA

Job Summary

Duties and tasks include, but not limited to: 

• Provide leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student athletes at the University.
• Direct and coordinate the activities of the football staff in the planning, organizing and coaching of the football team; ensure compliance with the university, conference, and NCAA policies and regulations.
• Direct the football staff and student-athletes in the preparation of analyses of opponent teams; analyze game statistics and technical data of opponents and prepare game plans accordingly.
• Counsel and mentor student-athletes in academic, disciplinary and personal matters; consult with University staff and faculty for resolution of problems when required.
• Assign geographical areas to and supervise the football staff in the recruitment of new players; determine recipients of football scholarships in accordance with University admissions policies.
• Determine fiscal requirements and prepare budgetary recommendations; monitor, verify and reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds.
• Direct various personnel functions including, but not limited to, hiring, merit recommendations, and promotions.
• Study, evaluate, and implement innovations in football strategy, scheme, and equipment.
• Represent the University athletic department in professional, civic and alumni events.
• Develop and execute a fundraising strategy in coordination with the Director to increase revenues to enhance the student-athlete experience.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein, as assigned by University administration, if mutually agreeable.

Required knowledge, skills and abilities include: 

• Bachelors degree required
• Collegiate level coaching experience with a demonstrated understanding of NCAA DII Rules with a preference for head coaching experience
• Demonstration of collegiate recruiting experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to develop a culture of excellence
• Strong communication, budgeting, & administrative skills