Walsh University - North Canton, OH
posted 3 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
North Canton, OH
Educational Services
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.
