Flag Football Head Coach (Part-Time) - Athletics

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About The Position

APU seeks employees who desire to contribute to our thriving culture by cultivating community through professional interactions, demonstrating a posture of lifelong learning, and modeling Christ-like character. Working together, employees at APU commit to establishing a university atmosphere that is edifying to God and one another. Head Coach of Azusa Pacific University Flag Football program. This is a part-time position, estimated to be 12 to 20 hours per week and no more than 29 hours per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.
Two or more years successful previous coaching experience.
Evidence of a strong commitment to an evangelical Christian philosophy and lifestyle.
Excellent knowledge of current thinking in areas of sport techniques and strategy, conditioning, fitness, leadership, and program management.
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and minister to student athletes.
Demonstrated proficiency in the rules and regulations of the NCAA.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretionary skills in determining when to act independently and when to consult management prior to acting.
Strong written and verbal skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Self-starter with a positive attitude and demonstrated loyalty to the staff, program, and university
Ability to work under pressure, exuding a mature demeanor while multitasking in a deadline oriented environment with accuracy and consistency.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
In agreement with the purpose and goals of Azusa Pacific University in providing a Christian-based higher education for its students.
Requires repetitive motions and possible sitting at computer keyboard.
Ability to stand for extended time.
Hearing and speaking on the telephone.
Ability to conduct business at other offices on campus.
Ability to bend, grasp, reach, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Reading, writing notes, and computer monitor.
Proficient in Google Apps., Microsoft Office, web-based sport-specific, compliance, and finance programs (e.g., Hudl, Teamworks, Slate, PeopleSoft, etc.)

Responsibilities

Model Azusa Pacific mission, goals, and values.
Establish and articulate a clear and fundamentally sound Christian philosophy for the program.
Hire and annually submit written evaluations of assistant coaches who fit the university’s mission and faith expectations while implementing a professional development program that aids their growth.
Organize and manage the budget, equipment, and schedule of the program.
Properly evaluate and recruit student-athletes who meet university academic and social expectations, while satisfying NCAA and conference eligibility standards.
Establish individual and team skill development as the fundamental teaching focus for the program.
Monitor and support student-athletes’ academic progress in consultation with director of compliance.
Understand and adhere to NCAA and conference regulations regarding the administration of the sport.
Abide by third-party contracts (e.g., BSN/Nike) by which the university and/or department are bound.
Establish effective public relations to promote the sports program among staff, students and community.
Serve the university, Alumni Relations, and Advancement in personal appearances and engagements that promote the university and its mission.
Assist in fund-raising for the program, department, and university.
Attend all department meetings and as directed by the athletics director.