Assistant Football Coach, Running Backs

University of St Thomas•Saint Paul, MN

About The Position

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Running Backs Assistant Football Coach position within the department of Intercollegiate Athletics. The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission. The Running Backs Coach assists the Head Football Coach with management of the football program. Emphasis will be placed on recruitment, mentoring student athletes, and assisting with practices to include planning and skill development. The Running Backs Coach assists the Head Football Coach in representation of the football program at intercollegiate athletics, alumni, University, booster club, and fundraising events as needed. This position requires you to work evenings and weekends and will require frequent travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Four years of coaching experience preferably at the collegiate level
An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree
Working knowledge of NCAA compliance rules and regulations
The use of technology and software related to the work to include Microsoft Office Suite, social media tools, Visio, and XOS

Responsibilities

Student-Athlete Skill Development, Technique and MentorshipDevelop your position group athletically and mentally so that they can maximize their potential as players. In addition, be an active participant in their development off the field. This includes, but is not limited to academically, emotionally, and socially.
Recruiting Evaluate, rank, and recruit local, regional, national, and international athletes at your position. Evaluate and recruit all position players within your assigned recruiting areas. Establish and cultivate relationships with high school and junior college coaches in your recruiting areas. Participate in the planning and execution of unofficial and official recruiting visits.
Practice, Game Planning and Game Strategy Assist the Offensive Coordinator in practice preparation with the organization of your position drills, player reps and player rotations. Evaluate the opponent’s personnel and assist in creating a weekly game plan.
Administrative Assist the Head Football Coach by attending intercollegiate athletics, alumni, university, booster club and fundraising events. Work with the Sports Information Director to participate in approved media requests.
Other Duties as Assigned Assist and/or complete other duties that may be assigned by the VP and Director of Athletics, Football Sport Administrator or Head Football Coach.