Assistant Football Coach

Marist University•Poughkeepsie, NY

6d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletics Department at Marist University invites applications for a part-time, 12-month position as an Assistant Football Coach. This position reports to the Head Football Coach. The part-time assistant coach position will participate in the preparation, coordination, practice & game plan preparation, and execution of practice plans during the academic year. The position is responsible for the identification, research of, and communication with prospective student-athletes during the calendar year. The assistant coach will also assist in the academic, personal, and career mentoring of student-athletes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
1-3 years of relevant work experience
CPR/AED certification
Ability to pass the NCAA recruiting test
Valid driver's license with no serious convictions

Nice To Haves

Master's degree

Responsibilities

Recruit athletes to Marist University by: Researching showcases, high school games, and other relevant recruiting opportunities of prospective student-athletes.
Preparing and coordinating the recruiting calendar and accommodations in accordance with the NCAA, Pioneer League, and institution regulations.
Evaluating prospective student-athletes by traveling to the tournaments, showcases, high school games, tryouts, and other relevant recruiting opportunities during permissible recruiting periods.
Conducting appropriate communication with coaches, prospective student-athletes, and parents.
Coordinating and executing official and unofficial visits to campus for prospective student- athletes and their families.
Active participant in all NCAA rules educations programs.
Provide mentoring to student-athletes inside and outside of practice on their academic, personal, civic, and career aspirations for the future.
Assist the Head Coach in developing the game strategy and designing effective and efficient training and practices for both the team and individual student-athlete by: Formulating effective game plans for competition.
Conducting individual and small group training sessions.
Conducting comprehensive film review from practices and games.
Preparing daily team practice plans.
Working games and practices.

Benefits

3 weeks of paid vacation.
4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.
(ADMIN ONLY) Unlimited paid sick time.
14+ paid holidays per year.
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
Life insurance.
Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
403(b) defined contribution plan: First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%. University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years. Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
Tuition Benefits: Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
University pays 100% tuition only. Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.
Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.