Assistant Football Coach

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

Texas A&M Athletics department is committed to building champions through academic achievement, athletic excellence, and national recognition of student-athletes, teams, and programs. We are a proud member of the Southeastern Conference, with more than 650 Texas A&M student-athletes competing at the NCAA Division 1-A level in .

What We Want

The Assistant Football Coach is responsible for the overall operation of the Football program; recruits student athletes and determines scholarship value; provides instruction, demonstration, evaluation, and theory of the sport to ensure individual athletes and the team attain their maximum potential; monitors the academic progress of student athletes.

What You Need To Know

Salary: Commensurate based on selected candidates experience.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Additional Details: Travel required with assigned sport. Ability to work flexible hours (nights, weekend and holidays) as required to complete assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Coaching: Provide instruction, demonstration and teaching of sports dynamics to student-athletes to ensure the maximum potential of individuals and the team as a whole. Schedules and conducts regular practice sessions within compliance periods. Coaches team during scheduled events. Determines and implements strategy to obtain maximum level of team and individual performance.

• Recruiting: Scouts and recruit prospective student-athletes from high schools and community colleges. Coordinates all phases of recruiting activities. Works with Scholastic Supervisors and Coordinator for Student-Athlete Services to determine each student s academic qualifications and suitability for admission, assists in making application, and recommends grants-in-aid. Supervises all contact with prospective student athletes to avoid violations of NCAA or other recruiting rules and regulations.

• Program Administration: Assists in preparation of budget and administration of program. Works within budget guidelines. Determines amount/percentage of Athletic Scholarships and the awarding of said scholarship. Determines competitive event schedule, coordinating with teams both inside and out of the Conference. Recommends participation in post-season games, when invitations are received. Oversee the purchase of uniforms and equipment. Participate in media-related activities including newspaper, television, radio interviews and new conferences. Accepts speaking engagements and makes public appearances at schools, Aggie Clubs, banquets and civic organizations.

• Compliance: Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations. Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations concerning student athletes: conduct, appearance, road games, punctuality and other areas as deemed appropriate.

• Student Athlete Welfare: Consults with Athletic Trainers and Team Physicians regarding overall health of student athletes. Consults with Strength & Conditioning Coach to determine team and individual conditioning program. Provides individual consultation to student-athletes as need on personal problems, team performance, class schedules and the transition to college life. Meets with/Advises each student athlete to set individual goals for improvement of performance. Works closely with Scholastic support team to monitor the scholastic progress of each student athlete. Encourages each athlete to pursue a career goal and to graduate within a five-year period. Ensure that athletes meet requirements established for athletic eligibility. Assists in enforcement of mandatory study programs for freshman and upper classmen having academic difficulties; enforces Athletic Department requirements for class attendance, make-up course work, etc.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Three years' experience coaching/teaching/professional competition in football.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree.

• Five years' experience coaching/teaching/professional competition in football.

• Previous experience coaching NCAA Division I football.

• Previous Division I college head coaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven knowledge of NCAA rules.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to use word processing, spreadsheets, and database programs.

• Interpersonal and communication skills and ability to plan and organize effectively.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• , with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• of annual paid holidays

• Up to and at least each month

• Automatic enrollment in the

• Health and Wellness:

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees