First Assistant Coach, Football

Job Summary

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintenance and building of a sport program that is competitive at the conference level; student-athlete recruitment and academic retention;
• General advising, mentoring and support
• Effective coaching through content knowledge, practice construction and execution, and the affective dimension
• Effective teaching and advising: instruct student athletes in how to perform in their sport and at the college level
• Instruct student athletes in physical health (strength, conditioning & skill training); and instruct individual/team concepts, and safety. At all times, implement appropriate risk management strategies
• Demonstrate concern for the overall welfare of student athletes
• And represent the University in a professional and ethical manner.
• Execute all of these responsibilities as first assistant coach in a manner that reflects an ongoing commitment to the excellence, integrity and success of the men’s football program
• The Athletics Department and the University.

Job requirements include but are not limited to:

• Ability to recruit, inspire, mentor, coach and teach student-athletes
• Desire to teach and work with a diverse student population
• Strong identification with and support of the mission, vision and campus priorities; ability to adhere to policies, rules and regulations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public
• Effective communications skills
• Ability to represent the department and college in a friendly, courteous and professional manner
• Handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgement
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner
• And integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
• A Bachelor’s degree is required as well as demonstrated experience coaching at the college level on the offensive side of the ball.
• Preference will be given to applicants with 3 years of collegiate experience coaching the offensive line.