TERM OF APPOINTMENT:  12 Months – Annual Contract

QUALIFICATIONS:          

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with college athletes and administrators.
• Ability to organize an effective recruitment and retention program for student-athletes.
• Knowledge of and strict adherence to NCAA &NJAC rules and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:               

1.  Responsible to the Director of Athletics

2.  Organization and administration of the Football Program

• Develop and maintain a program that is competitive within the conference, region and nation.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the NJAC and NCAA
• Conduct planned, organized practice sessions.
• Scout opponents when appropriate
• Coordinate team travel plans.
• Prepare and submit team budget requests.
• Provide information, as requested, to the Sports Information Director
• Attend conference coaches’ meetings and press conferences.
• Attend media luncheons when appropriate.
• Nominate and complete proper forms for honoring student athletes in a timely manner.
• Submit eligibility information to the Compliance Officer
• Communicate and work with the Compliance Officer in monitoring student athletes’ academic progress.
• Responsible for inventory, care, and distribution of equipment in conjunction with the Equipment Manager.
• Hire and supervise assistant coaches with the approval of the Athletics Director
• Schedule competition within NCAA and conference guidelines and with the approval of the Athletics Director or designee
• Conduct fund-raising activities within department and university guidelines, to supplement program needs.
• Submit end of season reports and other paperwork as requested by the Athletics Director or designee.
• Develop a knowledge of and adhere to NCAA and NJAC rules and regulations.
• Keep abreast of current and new coaching trends by attending clinics, workshops, and conferences when appropriate.

3.  Organization and Administration of Recruitment and Retention Program

• Develop an effective communication/recruitment program with prospective student athletes.
• Develop contacts with secondary school and junior college coaches.
• Develop a positive working relationship with the Admissions Office
• Submit recruitment forms/logs as periodically requested by the Athletics Director
• Develop an effective retention program for Student athletes in conjunction with the Athletic Academic Advisor, and Academic Support Services

4.  Public Relations Related Activities

• Develop an effective communications network with University faculty, administration and staff
• Cultivate a working relationship with the Alumni Office
• Develop a strong base of alumni and friends of the program.
• Participation in Gridiron Club events
• Active involvement with the Gridiron Club to ensure NCAA compliance.
• Communicate and speak to high school, professional and community organizations when requested.

5.  Additional Professional Responsibilities

• Attend post season, special recognition events with student athletes.
• Winter/Spring game management
• Facility supervision as needed and assigned.
• Supervise college work study students.
• Participate in the national coaches’ associations related to your field.
• Become active in committee work when appropriate at the local, regional and national levels.
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletics Director