Muhlenberg College

Muhlenberg College

Assistant Coach, Football (PT)

Life Sports Center, USA · Director · Part-time

Sponsorship not specified$18k-$34kDetected 83 days ago
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About the role

  • Muhlenberg College, a Division III institution and a member of the Centennial Conference is seeking applications for a part-time Assistant Football Coach.
  • Responsibilities include assisting the head coach in all phases of the football program within college, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations
  • including planning and implementing coaching strategies into daily practices and evaluating, identifying, and recruiting prospective student-athletes.

Responsibilities

  • The successful candidate will also have the option to earn additional income by providing part-time management and support of home athletic contests, the Life Sports Center, and the athletic equipment room.
  • Under the general direction of the head coach, provide leadership and support to all facets of the program in advancing the mission of the College and Athletics department.
  • Coach, motivate, counsel, and support student-athletes in realizing their potential for personal growth and development as student-athletes and members of the general college community.
  • Lead and participate in Divisional and College-wide committees and initiatives.
  • Actively participate in fundraising activities in support of the College and Muhlenberg Athletics.

Requirements

  • While no one person may possess all the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional experiences and characteristics:
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Ability to travel and adapt to varying schedules, including evening and weekend hours, in accordance with the needs of the team.
  • Attend practices, training sessions, team meetings, and contests (home and away). (Specific time commitment required will be determined by the Head Coach.)
  • Related professional experience or a combination of professional and athletic experience leading to a similar qualification.
  • Ability to motivate, counsel, and support student-athletes.
  • Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and engage with a varied audience, including but not limited to students, parents, College employees, alumni, and community relations.
  • Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the Division III philosophy of athletics and adherence to NCAA regulations regarding operation of athletic programs.
  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive academic and professional environment where all members of our campus community are respected, valued, can succeed, and thrive.
  • Successful completion of satisfactory background checks including but not limited to education verification, criminal background checks, child abuse clearance, and driving record.
  • To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document. A complete application package includes: 1) cover letter
  • 2) resume
  • 3) a separate statement speaking to how your professional experience will contribute to a more inclusive community at Muhlenberg

Compensation

  • This part-time position is budgeted for 600 hours per year.
  • Establish and meet annual recruitment goals, working with the head coach and Assistant Director of Athletics for Recruitment and Retention to ensure long-term recruiting goals are being achieved.

Benefits

  • This position includes College-provided housing and a meal-stipend of $800 per semester of "Berg Bucks" dining credit, for use at on-campus dining facilities while the College is in session.

Company info

  • Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg College is a private, residential, liberal arts college offering baccalaureate and graduate programs.
  • At Muhlenberg, we are committed to a campus community that ensures students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, respected, valued and included.
  • The College provides an intensely challenging, supportive environment centered around a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for lives of leadership and meaning in a dynamic, global society.
  • The College & Surrounding Area: Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg College is a private, residential, liberal arts college offering baccalaureate and graduate programs.
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