Head Women's Flag Football Coach

University of Maryland Eastern Shore • University of Maryland Eastern Shore, MD

2d • $50,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites resumes for a full-time, exempt position with full benefits. The position reports to the Vice President for Athletics and Recreation. The Inaugural Head Women’s Flag Football Coach is responsible for the overall administration, organization, and leadership of the NCAA Division I Women’s Flag Football program at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Responsibilities include recruiting and retaining qualified student-athletes, planning and conducting practices and competitions, player development, academic monitoring, scheduling, budget management, equipment oversight, and supervision of assistant coaches and support staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous playing or coaching experience
• Knowledge of NCAA Division I and MEAC rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and development of student athletes.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills including writing skills.
• Ability to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Previous collegiate or competitive flag football coaching experience
• High school, collegiate, and/or professional coaching
• Experience recruiting and developing student-athletes.
• Demonstrated leadership and program management experience.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with student athletes, faculty, staff, alumni, and the public.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and supervisory skills.
• Knowledge of flag football coaching strategies, player development, and practice planning.
• Experience with recruiting and evaluating prospective student-athletes.
• Ability to monitor academic progress and support student-athlete success.
• Budget management and equipment oversight skills.
• Knowledge of NCAA, conference, and institutional compliance regulations.
• Ability to promote a positive team culture and student athlete welfare.

Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of the Women’s Flag Football program.
• Recruit and retain qualified student-athletes.
• Plan, organize, and conduct practices, training sessions, and competitions.
• Develop student-athletes athletically, academically, and personally.
• Monitor academic progress and coordinate support services when necessary.
• Schedule competitions and coordinate team travel.
• Manage program budgets and equipment inventories.
• Supervise assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and University regulations.
• Promote the program through community engagement, fundraising, and alumni relations.
• Perform administrative duties related to the operation of the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Athletics and Recreation

Benefits

• Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees and dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division.
• Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance).
• Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland institutions.
• Exempt positions start at 22 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year), and paid holidays.
• Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of Maryland wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

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