Assistant Football Coach (PSS4), Athletics Position Available In Gloucester, New Jersey

ASSISTANT FOOTBALL COACH TERM OF APPOINTMENT

12 Months – Annual Contract

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required, master’s preferred. A minimum of one year professional experience required. 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

Responsible to the Director of Athletics + Work under direction of Head Football Coach relating to football program Organization and administration of the Football Program + Develop and maintain a football 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, review films when appropriate + Assist with team travel plans as requested + Submit budget requests when necessary + Provide information, as requested, to the Director of Athletic Communications + Attend conference coaches’ meetings and press conferences when requested and in absence of head coach + Communicate and work with the Compliance Officer in monitoring student athletes’ academic progress + Responsible for assisting with the care and distribution of equipment in conjunction with the Equipment Manager. + Supervise and evaluate assistant coaches under your direct report + Assist with fund-raising activities within department and university guidelines to supplement program needs. + Submit 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 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 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 football alumni events + Active involvement with football alumni to ensure NCAA compliance + Communicate and speak to high school, professional and community organizations when requested Additional Professional Responsibilities + Attend post season, special recognition events with student athletes + Participate in the national coaches’ associations related to your field + Become active in committee work when appropriate at the local, regional and national levels + Assist with game management as assigned + Facility supervision during open times and when needed. + Other duties as assigned by the Athletics Director Candidates with a strong background and experience in the following areas will be given special consideration:

Coaching:

+ Coach and develop student-athletes, with a focus on Linebackers + Contribute to the coordination of special teams, or assist significantly in special teams duties + Plan and execute position group meetings, drills, and field sessions + Assist in the implementation of game plans, film review, and opponent scouting + Support all team operations and logistics in coordination with the

Head Coach Recruiting Responsibilities:

+ On-road recruiting in assigned geographic areas, including high schools and showcase events. + Conduct positional and area recruiting, building strong relationships with student-athletes, families, and coaches. + Maintain accurate and organized records of all recruiting communications.

Experience:

+ College playing experience (strongly preferred). + A minimum of three (3) years of college coaching experience or coordinator experience at the prep school level. + Proven experience coaching or playing Linebackers. + Demonstrated responsibilities or experience in coordinating special teams. + Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to lead a position group both in meetings and on the field.

Salary & Benefits:

+ In compliance with The State of New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is

AFT:

Range 18 (Step 1: $53,277 to Step 4: $61,266), with placement within the range determined by candidate’s qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors. For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents). For more detailed information, please visit: https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/

Notes:

+ Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S., as the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position. + Only completed online applications submitted on or before the posted deadline will be considered.