Assistant Football Coach/Offensive Coordinator

The Alfred University Assistant Football Coach/Offensive Coordinator is responsible for assisting the head coach with the organization and management of NCAA Division III football program. This includes teaching and coaching student-athletes for successful competition; mentoring and engaging student-athletes' for academic success and personal success; meeting or exceeding recruiting goals; civic engagement; planning and managing budgets and schedules; fundraising; and developing positive alumni and parent relations.

Salary: $50,917.88-$53,849.68 Annually

Responsibilities:

Teaching and Coaching:

• Maintain an exemplary standard of conduct, which reflects the highest level of professionalism and good judgment
• Provide a teaching and learning environment that is nurturing, intellectual and supportive of individual differences
• Assist in the development of strategies and techniques for all phases of the sport to best prepare the team for competitive situations
• Assist in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of practice and competition plans that are effective for the sport and congruent with team/individual ability
• Assist in the development and implementation of a team philosophy that is supportive of the educational mission of the university and the athletic department
• Direct student-athletes, part time assistant coaches, and support staff to conduct themselves in such ways that bring credit to the team and Alfred University

Advising:

• Develop and maintain effective communication with student-athletes
• Set high standard of ethical and moral conduct
• Reinforce academic success as a priority
• Monitor academic progress through communication with the head coach and compliance coordinator
• Encourage student-athletes to foster a positive relationship with their advisor, faculty, dean, and other areas of academic support
• Assist in monitoring eligibility of student-athletes

Recruiting:

• Under the direction of the head coach implement a recruiting plan consistent with Alf University's mission
• Cultivate a recruiting network
• Assist in maintaining the department's recruiting contact management system
• Recruit student-athlestes that coincide with the academic profile of Alfred University students
• Maintain open communication with other Alfred University coaches regarding shared prospects
• Be knowledgeable about admissions and financial aid processes
• Assist the head coach in meeting recruiting goals

Professional Development:

• Maintain active membership in professional sport organizations
• Pursue formal and informal educational opportunities
• Participate in department professional development seminars

Civic Engagement:

• Promote the sport in area communities
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with interested segments of the community (e.g. youth groups, civic organizations, media)

Program Management:

• Comply with institutional and departmental policies
• Be knowledgeable of and comply with all NCAA and Empire 8 rules and regulations
• Supervise part time assistant coaching staff
• Work collaboratively with department staff
• Responsibly manage equipment, uniforms, and facilities
• Work collaboratively with Advancement staff to plan and implement sport fundraising activities
• Maintain appropriate coach-athlete relationships
• Develop a positive relationship with alumni and parents of current, former, and prospective student-athletes

Other duties as assigned which may include but are not limited to:

• Teach physical education, fitness, and/or wellness classes
• Serve on a departmental operational team
• Assist with department initiatives
• Represent the department on campus committees

Qualifications:

• Formal Education: Bachelor's degree is required, master's degree is preferred with preference in education, health science, sport management, or related field.
• Experience: A minimum of four years as a collegiate football student-athlete and/or assistant coach is required. Demonstrated successful collegiate coaching, recruiting and retention of football student-athletes, preferably at NCAA Division III, is required.
• Additional Knowledge/Skills: Proven organizational skills as well as a recognizable commitment to student growth and academic achievement. An overall knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations is required. The successful applicant must be a person of integrity, high ethical standards, have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills and have a commitment to teamwork. Competence with technology resources and a current U.S. driver's license are vital to fulfilling the responsibilities of this position. The candidate must be willing to work nights and weekends.