Assistant Football Coach

Washington and Lee University • Lexington, VA

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About The Position

In collaboration with head coach and athletic administrative staff, assistant coaches plan practices to teach, encourage and develop student athlete skills and game techniques. Responsible for developing in athletes an understanding of proper nutrition, personal health and safe strength development. Teaches 2-3 physical education courses annually. Identifies and recruits athletically and academically qualified student-athletes, scout opponents, manages team travel, organizes community service activities, and maintains parent and alumni communication. Coaches will demonstrate commitment to the W&L philosophy by emphasizing academic priorities for student-athletes as well as the importance of good citizenship on and off the playing field. Note on Flexibility: The specialty coaching area for this position is flexible. Candidates with expertise in a range of coaching areas including defensive, offensive, skill/backend, and special teams are encouraged to apply. The title and salary for this role will be commensurate with experience and area of specialty. Washington and Lee University actively promotes a dynamic and welcoming environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in their areas of expertise. Learn more about what makes Washington and Lee University a great place to work and live at jobs.wlu.edu. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Coaches team members individually and in groups and demonstrates game techniques. Manages designated skill development areas or groups of positions. Develops and recommends strategy, teaches theoretical skill and position assignments. Plans coaching and practice sessions in accordance with Conference and university regulations. Teaches 2-3 physical education courses annually as required for student graduation criteria. Substitute teaches as needed when requested by Head Coach and Director of PE. Promotes the athletics program and specific sport through community events, camps and public speaking. Teaches athletic skills and development through local youth programming. Mentors and advises student athletes on personal health, strength training, and nutrition. Recruits quality prospective student-athletes and ensures timely submission of their academic records for admissions. Ensures compliance with all Association, Conference, and University rules by athletes and supporting staff. Communicates consistently with head-coaches, administration, and peers about program goals, status, and needs. Schedules and manages team travel, including lodging, transportation and meal arrangements in accordance with budgetary restrictions. Serves as an event manager for home contests. Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree is preferred
• Minimum 2 years’ collegiate coaching is required, 5+ years preferred
• Special coaching experience in at least one area: Defensive or Offensive skill/backend coaching experience, special teams coordinating experience preferred
• Must be committed to a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities for student-athletes as well as the importance of good citizenship on and off the playing field.
• Role models appropriate behavior and conduct to support the image and reputation of the athletics program.
• Strong understanding of various coaching techniques and a willingness to learn new methods of instruction.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Recruiting experience, recruiting coordinator experience preferred
• Competencies in use of the full Adobe Suite is preferred
• Competencies in video software including use of Hudl and sideline technology, video coordinator experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Coaches team members individually and in groups and demonstrates game techniques.
• Manages designated skill development areas or groups of positions.
• Develops and recommends strategy, teaches theoretical skill and position assignments.
• Plans coaching and practice sessions in accordance with Conference and university regulations.
• Teaches 2-3 physical education courses annually as required for student graduation criteria.
• Substitute teaches as needed when requested by Head Coach and Director of PE.
• Promotes the athletics program and specific sport through community events, camps and public speaking.
• Teaches athletic skills and development through local youth programming.
• Mentors and advises student athletes on personal health, strength training, and nutrition.
• Recruits quality prospective student-athletes and ensures timely submission of their academic records for admissions.
• Ensures compliance with all Association, Conference, and University rules by athletes and supporting staff.
• Communicates consistently with head-coaches, administration, and peers about program goals, status, and needs.
• Schedules and manages team travel, including lodging, transportation and meal arrangements in accordance with budgetary restrictions.
• Serves as an event manager for home contests.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The University provides a comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting the work-life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and professional development of employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level