Head Football Coach – Intercollegiate Athletics

The Head Football Coach's responsibilities range from the planning, recruiting, coaching, developing, implementing, communication and administering of his/her program to achieve University and Department objectives to supervisory duties with Recreation Sports & Facilities. Goals and objectives are to be developed prior to the beginning of each season with the Director of Athletics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Five (5) years’ experience coaching competitive football at the college level – one (1) year at a coordinator level position or above.
• Demonstrated administrative and organizational experience as a collegiate football coach.
• Candidates must have the ability to successfully impart sport-specific knowledge.
• The demonstrated ability to identify and recruit student-athletes.
• This position requires well-developed communication skills, as well as strong time management and organizational skills.
• The demonstrated ability to manage a budget.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to all rules and guidelines of the NCAA, WIAC and University.
• Plan and direct the development of student-athletes in relation to general and specific skills necessary for successful competition.
• Ensure that appropriate safety precautions are taken by all personnel involved with the program. Adhere to all athletic training measures for the safety and welfare of students and staff.
• Work with Athletic Department Business Manager in monitoring your operating budget and any other accounts for the program which includes: transportation, meals, lodging, officials, equipment, and supplies.
• Instruct assistant and student coaches in the principles and rules of the sport, WIAC, NCAA, and University policies.
• Schedule, prepare, and supervise all team travel, including transportation, lodging, and meals.
• Assist in search and screen process for assistant coaches.
• Function as a liaison with support personnel (athletic administration, athletic training, strength & conditioning, and facilities) to ensure the safety, maintenance and preparation of the playing and practice areas for all students and staff.