Head Coach - Football, Pss2

TERM OF APPOINTMENT: 12 Months - Annual Contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required, master's preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with college athletes and administrators.

• Ability to organize an effective recruitment and retention program for student-athletes.

• Knowledge of and strict adherence to NCAA &NJAC rules and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Responsible to the Director of Athletics

2.Organization and administration of the Football Program

• Develop and maintain a program that is competitive within the conference, region and nation.

• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the NJAC and NCAA

• Conduct planned, organized practice sessions.

• Scout opponents when appropriate

• Coordinate team travel plans.

• Prepare and submit team budget requests.

• Provide information, as requested, to the Sports Information Director

• Attend conference coaches' meetings and press conferences.

• Attend media luncheons when appropriate.

• Nominate and complete proper forms for honoring student athletes in a timely manner.

• Submit eligibility information to the Compliance Officer

• Communicate and work with the Compliance Officer in monitoring student athletes' academic progress.

• Responsible for inventory, care, and distribution of equipment in conjunction with the Equipment Manager.

• Hire and supervise assistant coaches with the approval of the Athletics Director

• Schedule competition within NCAA and conference guidelines and with the approval of the Athletics Director or designee

• Conduct fund-raising activities within department and university guidelines, to supplement program needs.

• Submit end of season reports and other paperwork as requested by the Athletics Director or designee.

• Develop a knowledge of and adhere to NCAA and NJAC rules and regulations.

• Keep abreast of current and new coaching trends by attending clinics, workshops, and conferences when appropriate.

3.Organization and Administration of Recruitment and Retention Program

• Develop an effective communication/recruitment program with prospective student athletes.

• Develop contacts with secondary school and junior college coaches.

• Develop a positive working relationship with the Admissions Office

• Submit recruitment forms/logs as periodically requested by the Athletics Director

• Develop an effective retention program for Student athletes in conjunction with the Athletic Academic Advisor, and Academic Support Services

4.Public Relations Related Activities

• Develop an effective communications network with University faculty, administration and staff

• Cultivate a working relationship with the Alumni Office

• Develop a strong base of alumni and friends of the program.

• Participation in Gridiron Club events

• Active involvement with the Gridiron Club to ensure NCAA compliance.

• Communicate and speak to high school, professional and community organizations when requested.

5.Additional Professional Responsibilities

• Attend post season, special recognition events with student athletes.

• Winter/Spring game management

• Facility supervision as needed and assigned.

• Supervise college work study students.

• Participate in the national coaches' associations related to your field.

• Become active in committee work when appropriate at the local, regional and national levels.

• Other duties as assigned by the Athletics Director

Advertised: Apr 24 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: May 8 2024 11:55 PM Eastern Daylight Time