Assistant Football Coach Independence

Assistant Football Coach

Full Time • Independence
        
Business Unit:             Athletics 

Department:               Football 

Reports to:                  Head Football Coach 

Position Type:             Full-time, 12-month 

Salary Structure:         Salary  

FLSA Status:                Exempt           

 Summary: 
 This position is a 12-month position and will primarily provide coaching functions and duties to student athletes.  This position will also be a Housing Supervisor in Student Housing and provide supervision and participate in an on-call Duty Rotation. 
 
An individual in this position is expected to perform additional job-related responsibilities and duties as assigned.   
 
Minimum Qualifications: 
  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
  • Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse student population.
  • Ability to perform work beyond a standard 40-hour work week when workload requires.
  • Either a copy of, or authorization for, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) is required.
     
     Preferred Qualifications: 
  • 1 year of Coaching experience.
  • Demonstrated commitment to community development.
Skills needed for the position:

  • A thorough knowledge of the game of Football.
  • Conflict Resolution.
  • Understand the Housing Rules and Regulations.
  • The ability to maintain confidentiality is required. 
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Collaborative, collegial, and responsible work habits.
     
  • The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds are required. 
  • Flexibility to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances.
  • Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups.
  • High degree of commitment to ethical and professional standards, including adherence to general rules of safety, policies, procedures, and fair business standards.
Essential Duties:

General:
 
  • Ensures the safeguarding of all confidential files.
  • Attends and participates in all required training.
  • Maintains a positive and cooperative work attitude and work environment.
  • Performs other job-related duties and projects as assigned in support of the College’s mission, core values and goals.
  • Submits Student of Concern reports when necessary. 
  • Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
  • Attends and participates in all required training.
  • Reports to work at assigned work area no later than the scheduled time to begin each workday. 
  • Maintains a positive professional attitude and work environment.
  • Drive a college vehicle to the airport and certain local destinations.
  • Model the Way for students at ICC.
This position requires work and travel outside of Monday-Friday, including evenings, nights, and weekends to support the goals towards growth in the college.
 
 Coaching:
 
  • Recruit quality prospective student-athletes and ensure timely submission of their academic records for admissions. Participate in recruitment and designation of scholarship athletes. 
  • Plan coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NJCAA and Conference regulations. 
  • Coach team members individually and in groups and demonstrate game techniques. 
  • Develop and recommend game strategy and position assignments.
  • Monitor the purchase of uniforms, equipment, and supplies, including accountability for expense control and administration of the sport’s budget. 
  • Participate in the selection and fitting of team equipment. 
  • Promote the athletic program and specific sports through community events, public speaking, fundraising, and marketing. 
  • Ensure adherence to all Association, Conference, and College rules by athletes and supporting staff. 
  • Monitor academic progress and status of team members, implementing action plans through appropriate staff when needed. 
  • Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program. 
  • As a member of the athletics department there may be other duties assigned by the Athletic Director.
 Housing Supervisor: 
  • Participate in On-Call Duty Rotation.  See description of Duty below.
  • Communicate with college personnel and Bluffstone personnel.
  • Submit reports and other documentation in a timely fashion.
  • Report violations of the Housing Rules and Regulations and the Student Code of Conduct.
  • Report parking violations such as parking in the Accessible lot or in a Fire Lane.
  • Attend Housing meetings.
  • Participate and assist with Room checks.
  • Support the resolution of roommate conflicts.
  • Assist students with lockouts.  Ensure students know the fee associated with a Lock-out.
  • Perform Fire Alarm functions when necessary.
  • Assist in evacuation procedures during an emergency.
  • Performs any other duties as assigned or requested by the Administrator.

    Supervision:

    Athletics: Head Coach
    Housing: Vice President for Student Affairs

    Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions after full disclosure by the employee.

    1.      This position generally requires light work with occasional lifting of up to (50) pounds or more, carrying supplies and/or equipment.

    2.      This position requires the ability to sit, stand or walk for extended periods and various periods of time.

    3.      This position requires the ability to effectively learn new computer programs and applications and the ability to effectively troubleshoot changing computer software issues.

    4.      This position requires the ability to communicate clearly with individuals as well as small or large groups.

    5.      This position requires excellent comprehension of the English language.

    6.       This position requires that work is generally performed in outside areas, during hot and/or cold weather and exposure to elements such as rain, snow, dirt, fumes, and loud noises.
     
     Evaluation:

    The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on Evaluation of Personnel.
     
    Employee Acknowledgment:

    I have read and understand the essential job functions for this position and certify that:

    ____ I have the ability to perform the essential job functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodation.

    ____ I do not have the ability to perform the essential job functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodation.

     
           
         


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Compensation: $19,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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