Assistant Football Coach

About Susquehanna:
Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.

The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing - and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive - present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.

Position Summary:
Job SummaryThe Assistant Football Coach reports to the Head Football Coach. The primary tasks are to assist the head coach in recruiting and serve as a position coach. This position is defined as a non-exempt position under FLSA regulations. Specific Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit quality student-athletes for the football program.
• Develop and implement organized practices and game strategies for designated position(s)
• Monitor and track academic progress of student-athletes on team.
• Adhere to all NCAA and conference rules and bylaws.
• Develop positive rapport with athletics staff, as well as SU community.
• Represent the university to various constituents in a professional manner.

Required Qualifications:
EducationBachelor's Degree with no experience OR three years of coaching/playing experience required. ExperiencePrevious Football Coaching preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Deep understanding of and passion for the game of Football; Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to build strong collaborative relationships. Requires ability to multi-task and attend to detail. Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with current students and parents, prospective students and parents, and staff and faculty in a professional manner. Ability to use technology and equipment specific to the sport.

Physical Demand Position requires the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Position requires the ability to move about the campus. Position requires the ability to talk and to hear instruction ability to frequently convey detailed or important instructions and ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly. Position requires lifting, pulling, pushing: Exert up to 50 pounds for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires travel. Must possess the physical stamina to effectively coach the sport. Work is indoors and outdoors.

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Special Instructions to the Applicant:


Benefits Eligible: No
Number of Months: 10 months
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Full-Time/Part-Time: Part Time
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Open Until Filled: No
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Posting Number: AH01377

To apply, visit https://jobs.susqu.edu/postings/4719

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