Assistant Football Coach
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Jan 24, 2024
Expired Date: Jan 30, 2024QUALIFICATION
-
Salary Expectation
Unknown -
Years of Experience
Not provided -
Work Type
Full-time
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Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number:
0602731
Recruitment Type:
Open to Current PLU Faculty/Staff Only
Position Title:
Assistant Football Coach
Position Type:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number:
0602731
Recruitment Type:
Open to Current PLU Faculty/Staff Only
Position Title:
Assistant Football Coach
Position Type:
Administrator
Benefits Status:
Benefits Eligible
FLSA:
Exempt
Hiring Range:
$55,000-$56,500
Location
Department:
Athletics Administration
Posting Date:
01/23/2024
Closing Date
01/26/2024
Work Schedule:
Full-time, 12-month position. Monday-Friday; office work schedule varies. Evening and weekend work will be required. Includes all practices and competitions as well as recruiting. Light travel is also included.
General Description:
The Assistant Football Coach assists the Head Football Coach in conducting all aspects
of a highly competitive football program including coaching, recruiting, student-athlete development, academic success of student-athletes, practice and game planning, management of staff/students, rules compliance, camps, and alumni engagement. This position supports and upholds a philosophy of athletics consistent with
NCAA
Division
III
and conducts the program according to all
NCAA
Division
III
, Northwest Conference, and university rules and regulations. Reports to the Head Football Coach.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Plan, organize, coordinate, and coach within the academic and athletic philosophies of
PLU
, Northwest Conference, and
NCAA
.
Identify, attract, and recruit prospective student-athletes within the framework of
PLU
and
NCAA
policies, and in conjunction with admission personnel.
Assist with creating opportunities to engage donors and alumni in fundraising.
Display good sportsmanship in relationships with students, staff, officials, and opponents.
Contribute to game preparation through tape review, breakdown, and scouting report preparation.
Provide transformative learning opportunities that challenge and support students.
Support student-athlete academic and athletic excellence, leadership development, team development, and community service.
Complete Title IX Module.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of
PLU
and
NCAA
Division
III
Athletics philosophy rules and regulations and ability to work within those parameters.
Strong demonstrated knowledge of sound principles and rules governing football.
Excellent interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy, flexibility, and ability to communicate ideas effectively.
Demonstrated skill in prioritizing and maintaining diverse workload, establishing and meeting goals and deadlines, and independently following tasks through to completion.
Ability to interact effectively with others in pursuing departmental objectives including various student needs in a range of academic and non-academic issues.
Knowledge of academic requirements for admitted and continuing students.
Ability to effectively manage time in a demanding work environment.
Skills to arrange away contests; ensure coordination of travel rosters, advance requests, transportation, food, lodging, equipment, expenses and trip reports.
Proven skills in use of personal computer systems; knowledge of related word processing and database management software (
ARMS
); awareness of social media opportunities.
Familiarity with video exchange software (
HUDL
) and support technology.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree.
Three years of successful football coaching experience.
Experience teaching/coaching/competing at collegiate level in football.
Experience in supervisory endeavors associated with personnel management.
CPR
/First Aid certification; may be obtained on the job.
Valid driver’s license (Must have had a valid driver’s license for at least 2 years).
Finalist applicants must satisfactorily complete pre-employment background check,
provide an original copy of their Driving Record (5-year Employment Abstract) and pass
PLU’s Driver’s Certification Training.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree.
Previous recruiting experience at the collegiate level is highly desirable.
Work Conditions:
Physical Requirements:
* Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Other Information:
PLU
is a small, private university where caring means more than kindness and consideration — it means a bold commitment to expanding well-being, opportunity, and justice. Because
PLU
is a community committed to the creation and advancement of knowledge through diversity and inclusion, the university actively recruits a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
PLU
is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from members of historically underrepresented and minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and others who would bring broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities.
PLU
offers an excellent benefits package including tuition remission for employees and their dependents, generous retirement plan, medical, dental, paid vacation and sick leave, major holidays off (including Christmas/New Year’s break and extra time off during the summer), and many other great university benefits.
PLU
is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a 501©(3) tax-exempt organization. Click here for detailed benefits information.
For general application questions or if you need accommodations at any point in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 253-535-7185 or humr@plu.edu.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Are you 18 years of age or older?
- Yes
- No
Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on your hire date AND legally authorized to work in the United States for Pacific Lutheran University without sponsorship now or indefinitely into the future?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a current valid driver's license which you have had for at least 2 years?
- Yes
- No
This position is only open to current PLU Faculty and Staff. I am a:
- Current PLU Faculty or Staff
- Student Employee
- None of the above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents 1. Resume Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter
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