Assistant Coach, Running Backs, Football

Emory & Henry University; Emory (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory & Henry University is seeking an Assistant Coach for Football to support the Head Coach in developing student-athletes. Responsibilities include instructing running backs on techniques and schemes, analyzing athlete performances, and assisting in recruiting and administrative duties.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree and previous coaching experience, demonstrating a commitment to holistic education and effective communication.

This full-time position may require weekend and evening work, including outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Previous coaching experience required.
• College playing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and instructs running backs on technique and offensive schemes.
• Analyze performance in preparation for competition.
• Assist the head coach in administrative duties.
• Plan and organize recruiting and scouting activities.
• Adhere to all NCAA and college rules.

Skills

Ability to coach and teach student-athletes

Knowledge of student development

Effective communication

Mentoring relationships with student-athletes

Ability to work as a team player

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Recruiting and compliance software

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Emory, VA 24327Position Type: Full Time StaffEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: Up to 50% Job Shift: AnyJob Category: Education

The Assistant Coach, Football supports the Head Coach, Football. In that support role, the Assistant Coach is responsible for helping to operate a program for student-athletes, with differing abilities and skills, and serves as a role model to student-athletes.

Must Be Able To

• implement and communicate offensive or defensive schemes
• oversee a position group
• evaluate personnel
• assist the Head Coach, Football in all aspects of game and practice preparation
• mentor and monitor student-athletes' academic progress
• follow all rules and guidelines set forth by the NCAA, SAC and Emory & Henry College

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and instructs running backs on technique, ball security, pass protection, and offensive schemes
• Analyze performance and instruct athletes in skills, techniques and strategies in preparation for competition and during contests
• Assist the head coach, as directed, in the coordination of general administrative duties (including budgeting, game scheduling, travel plans, meeting requests for information, and business procedures)
• Communicate with the athletic trainer, Director of Athletics Communication, the Sports Information Director, Associate Director of Athletics, and department administrators as directed by the head coach
• As directed by the head coach, plan, organize, implement, and evaluate recruiting and scouting activities
• Assist, as directed by the head coach, the Associate Director of Athletics in matters for which he/she is responsible including ordering and inventorying of equipment, and maintenance and use of facilities for contests and practices
• Adhere to and follow all rules and guidelines of Emory & Henry College, Old Dominion Athletic Conference and the NCAA

Secondary Duties

• Other duties as assigned
• Game day management duties

Direct Reports: None.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Previous coaching experience required
• College playing experience is preferred

Skills & Characteristics Required for Position

• Ability to coach, teach and train student-athletes in skills and strategies specific to their sport
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the stages of student development and the importance of holistic education
• Ability to establish appropriate and effective mentoring relationships with student-athletes
• Ability to be a supportive team player within the Department of Athletics and Emory & Henry College
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• A working knowledge of recruiting and compliance software
• Demonstrated commitment to continued learning/professional development (i.e., attend conferences, clinics, workshops)

Working Conditions

• Expected to work weekends and evenings as needed
• Work may be performed in an outside setting to include inclement weather

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations