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SalaryPOSITION SUMMARY: The Head Football Coach is responsible for the organization, development, and leadership of a varsity intercollegiate football program in support of the missions and core values of the Athletics Department. Coach duties include management of the college's NCAA Division III Football team including recruitment and retention of team members, practice and game preparation, scheduling, and travel needs. This position will directly report to the Director of Athletics.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities Include:
- Responsible for the coaching and operational areas of the football program
- Develop the policies and procedures for general operations of the football program which run parallel to the expectations of all student-athletes and NCAA and NEWMAC rules and regulations. Support a positive student-athlete experience which is reflected by providing best available service, mentorship and coaching of the game of football
- Proven ability to recruit and retain quality student-athletes
- Adhere to and enforce all department/SUNY Maritime College policies and procedures as well as rules and regulations of the NCAA and NEWMAC
- Demonstrates adherence to College, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations
- Hire, supervise, and evaluate assigned assistant staff, part-time, and volunteers and support staff members to ensure compliance with applicable rules, policies and procedures
- Maintain sport equipment inventory
- Prepare and monitor annual football budget
- Promote/market the football program to the various constituents to support SUNY Maritime College.
- Participate in conference and NCAA professional development opportunities and serve on various committees
- Conduct several community outreach programs
Administrative Support:
- Fundraising Activities
- Issues with student-athlete well being
- Special Events
- Responsible for attendance at all mandatory Athletic staff meetings
- Home event game day supervision as assigned by the Athletic Director
Job Requirements:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Demonstrated experience coaching college football including experience at an NCAA or equivalent four-year institution
- Exhibit prior experience with student-athlete recruitment or the evidence of potential for success in recruitment
- Demonstrate evidence of ability to work well with college-age student-athletes and proven ability to perform administrative aspects of the program
- Strong acknowledge and understanding of NCAA Football rules and regulations
- Current First Aid, AED, and CPR certification
- Excellent interpersonal, teaching and communication skills are essential
- Ability to recruit student athletes, develop successful programs and maintain operations (budget, equipment ordering, NCAA eligibility, game management, etc.)
- Possession of a valid Driver's License. Must have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violation
Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate, in addition to the above, will possess:
- Marketing and promotion experience
- Master's degree preferred from an accredited college or university
Additional Information:
Classification/Salary Range: The Head Football is a UUP position. The anticipated salary range for the position is $75,000.00 to $80,000.00 annually, with an outstanding benefits package. For more information please see the UUP Benefits Summary. Review of applications to commence immediately and conclude when the position is filled.
Special Notes: This is a full-time calendar year appointment UUP Position. Fair Labor Standard Acts (FLSA) Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously.
Budget Title: Head Coach
Local Title:Head Football Coach
Line #: 00056
SUNY Maritime College is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled/Affirmative Action employer, committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For our full non-discrimination statement, see: http://www.sunymaritime.edu/affirmative-action.
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