Assistant Coach, Football

Washington and Lee University; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington and Lee University seeks an Assistant Coach for Football to enhance student-athlete skills and game tactics. The role involves planning practices, teaching physical education courses, recruiting talent, and ensuring compliance with university regulations. A commitment to academic excellence and good citizenship is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• Collegiate playing experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of coaching techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes practice plans.
• Recruits prospective student-athletes.
• Teaches 2-3 physical education courses.

Skills

Coaching techniques

Mentoring

Personal health knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

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In collaboration with head coaches and athletic administrative staff, assistant coaches plan practices to teach, encourage and develop student athlete skills and game techniques. Responsible for developing in athletes an understanding of proper nutrition, personal health and safe strength development. Teaches 2-3 physical education courses annually. Identifies and recruits athletically and academically qualified student-athletes, scouts opponents, manages team travel, organizes community service activities and maintains parent and alumni communication. Coaches will demonstrate commitment to the W&L philosophy by emphasizing academic priorities for student-athletes as well as the importance of good citizenship on and off the playing field.

Washington and Lee University actively promotes a dynamic and welcoming environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in their areas of expertise.

Visit jobs.wlu.edu to learn more about working at W&L, our benefits, community, and living in the area.

Essential Functions

• Coaches team members individually and in groups, and demonstrates game techniques. Manages designated skill development areas or groups of positions. Develops and recommends strategy, teaches theoretical skill and position assignments.
• Plans coaching and practice sessions in accordance with Conference and university regulations.
• Teaches 2-3 physical education courses annually as required for student graduation criteria. Substitute teaches as needed when requested by Head Coach and Director of PE.
• Promotes the athletics program and specific sport through community events, camps and public speaking. Teaches athletic skills and development through local youth programming.
• Mentors and advises student athletes on personal health, strength training, and nutrition.
• Recruits quality prospective student-athletes and ensures timely submission of their academic records for admissions.
• Ensures compliance with all Association, Conference, and University rules by athletes and supporting staff.
• Communicates consistently with head-coaches, administration, and peers about program goals, status, and needs.
• Schedules and manages team travel, including lodging, transportation and meal arrangements in accordance with budgetary restrictions.
• Serves as an event manager for home contests.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor's degree is required and a master's degree and collegiate playing experience is preferred. Must be committed to a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities for student-athletes as well as the importance of good citizenship on and off the playing field. Role models appropriate behavior and conduct to support the image and reputation of the athletics program. Strong understanding of various coaching techniques and a willingness to learn new methods of instruction. Must possess a valid drivers license.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Required materials include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three professional references
  
  

Application instructions for internal and external candidates can be found at https://www.wlu.edu/employment-opportunities/jobs-at-w-l.

Campus Safety And Welfare Responsibilities

• This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) in accordance with the Clery Act. This position is required to report Clery qualifying crimes to the Department of Public Safety and complete annual training about your reporting responsibilities under the law.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling.
• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Standing: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.
  
  

Working Conditions: The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside.

Types of Work: Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

Position Type

Exempt, Full Time, Benefit Eligible

Minimum Pay

$38,000.00 - Pay Commensurate with Experience

Washington and Lee is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates committed to high standards of scholarship, performance, professionalism, and to a welcoming campus community. Job description requirements are representative, but not all‐inclusive of the knowledge, skill, and abilities needed to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

To apply, visit: https://wlu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WLUCareers/job/Lexington-VA/Assistant-Coach--Football_R1277

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