Assistant Football Coach/Nickels

EXPIRED

Job Title:

Assistant Football Coach/Nickels

Full or Part Time:

Part time

Hours:

20

Exempt:

Yes

Supervisory Org:

Job Title:

Assistant Football Coach/Nickels

Full or Part Time:

Part time

Hours:

20

Exempt:

Yes

Supervisory Org:

Football (PM)

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY: Saginaw Valley State University, a Division II member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, invites applications for the part-time position of Assistant Football Coach/Nickels. This position works 20 hours per week and assists the Head Football Coach and Defensive Staff with the development and execution of the football program, with primary responsibility for coaching the Nickel position group. The Assistant Coach supports practice planning, game preparation, player development, and recruiting efforts, while promoting academic success, personal growth, and NCAA compliance among student-athletes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to all applicable NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations.

• Assists in coaching, teaching, and developing the Nickel position group during practices and games.

• Assists in preparing and executing defensive practice plans, game plans, and in-game adjustments as directed by the Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator.

• Provides instruction, mentorship, and support to student-athletes, emphasizing safety, sportsmanship, and personal development.

• Supports a positive academic environment and encourages student-athletes to strive for academic excellence.

• Assists with film breakdown, scouting reports, and opponent analysis.

• Participates in recruiting efforts as assigned, including evaluating prospective student-athletes and maintaining appropriate communication within NCAA guidelines.

• Assists with off-season and in-season player development activities, as permitted.

• Maintains appropriate and professional communication with student-athletes and parents.

• Assists with equipment, uniforms, and practice organization as needed.

• Supports program activities, including camps, clinics, community engagement, and fundraising events on a limited basis.

• Assists with team travel, game-day operations, and administrative duties as assigned.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General supervision is received from the Head Football Coach

SUPERVISION EXERCISED :  N/A

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• One to two years of football coaching or playing experience at the collegiate level, or relevant coaching experience at the high school level.

• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.

• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and limited travel

• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community.

• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Collegiate coaching or playing experience, particularly on the defensive side of the ball

• Experience coaching defensive backs and/or Nickel position

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrated ability to teach and develop student-athletes

• Interest in recruiting and player evaluation

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Duties are performed partly in an office environment, not exposed to adverse conditions, and partly outdoors, where there is little protection from the weather.

• Some weeknights and weekends, including intermittent travel, will be required.

• All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan, with the exception of team-related travel that may occur outside the state.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job.  It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.  The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

About SVSU:

Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. SVSU was recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for 9 consecutive years (2016-2024).

SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.

SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels.  SVSU is constructing the first university research facility on Lake Huron to improve public health and the economy in the Saginaw Bay watershed.
 
More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2025). SVSU fields 20 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.svsu.edu.

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