Sprint Football Defensive Assistant Coach (64870)

About the position

To assist in the direction and coordination of the Sprint Football program.

Responsibilities

• Coaching duties: recruiting, transportation, practices, game preparation.
• Educates and mentors student athletes in all aspects of their holistic development; mind, body and spirit.
• Possible Defensive Coordinator responsibilities.
• Procurement of equipment as necessary.
• Supervision of Graduate Assistant Coaches.
• Supervision of Work-Study Students assigned to Sprint Football.
• Development of an effective Off-season Program.
• Establishing an environment that supports and promotes academic excellence in student-athletes.
• Recruiting.
• Responsible for abiding by MSFL/NCAA II compliance rules and the legislation as well as educating student-athletes about those rules.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Vice President/Director of Athletics.
• Failure to comply by MSFL/NCAA II rules will be grounds for discipline and/or termination.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.
• At least 3 years' experience as a high school or college coach or other significant experience relative to coaching football and/or the administration of an intercollegiate athletics program.
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with charity towards students, staff and faculty.
• Positive attitude a must.
• Coaching licenses preferred.
• First Aid, CPR, AED certification required.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Ability to lead under pressure and in difficult situations.
• Ability to think critically and problem solve.