Assistant Coach, Football - Defense, Special Teams

Position Details

Position Information

Budget Title
ASSISTANT COACH

Campus Title
Assistant Coach, Football - Defense, Special Teams

School/Division
Student Affairs, Division of

Department
Athletics

Staff Sub-Type
Coaching

Salary Level
SL2

Salary Range
Mid-High $40s

Position Effort
Full-Time

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Is this a temporary position?
No

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Position Summary

The assistant coach for Men’s Football serves as defensive assistant/special teams coordinator and is responsible for assisting in all aspects of administration and operation of the competitive NCAA, Division III Football Program in the Empire 8 athletic conference at SUNY Cortland. This is a full-time position with an 11-month obligation (8/1-6/30 annually).

Major Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach with all matters pertaining to the total operation of the men’s football program at SUNY Cortland.
• Serve as Defensive Assistant/Special Teams Coordinator. Maintain and/or build the sport program that is competitive at the conference level
• Recruit prospective student-athletes in accordance with the NCAA, Empire 8 and SUNY Cortland rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Recruit adequate numbers of student-athletes with sufficient skill to be as competitive as possible within the guidelines set by the NCAA and the policies and procedures of Empire 8 and SUNY Cortland
• Assist in academic performance of student-athletes with regard to ongoing eligibility, academic monitoring and academic retention.
• Provide general advising, mentoring and support to student-athletes
• Demonstrate effective coaching through content knowledge, practice construction and execution, and the affective dimension (e.g., interpersonal interactions, enthusiasm, respect and rapport).
• Demonstrate effective teaching and advising (i.e., instruct student athletes in how to perform in their sport and at the college level; instruct student athletes in physical health (strength, conditioning & skill training); instruct individual/team concepts, and safety
• Implement appropriate risk management strategies at all times Demonstrate concern for the overall welfare of student athletes at all times
• Ensure all documentation and paperwork is completed in a timely fashion.
• Represent the university in a professional and ethical manner, modeling outstanding sportsmanship, consistent with SUNY Cortland mission, vision and campus priorities.
• Demonstrate continued growth and development in sport by continuing education, participation in professional organizations, enrollment in training programs, and research.
• Supervise athletes and monitor the facilities for purposes of safety and facility security
• Execute all of these responsibilities as assistant coach in a manner that reflects an ongoing commitment to the excellence, integrity and success of the men’s football program; the Athletics Department and SUNY Cortland

Job Requirements:

• Ability to recruit, inspire, mentor, coach and teach highly talented student-athletes.
• Ability and desire to teach and work with a diverse student population.
• A strong identification with and support of SUNY Cortland mission, vision and campus priorities.
• Ability to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of SUNY Cortland, SUNY system, the NCAA and Empire 8.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively – via technology, in person, and in writing.
• Ability to represent the department and university in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgement based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships

• Reports to the head coach, men’s football.
• Works closely with the athletic director, student-athletes and athletic coaching staff to ensure success of SUNY Cortland men’s football program.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrated experience coaching at the college level on the defensive side of the ball.
• Experience in coaching/coordinating Special Teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physical Education, Sport Management, Exercise Science or related field

EEO Statement

The State University of New York at Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/ EEO / ADA ) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university.

Job Close Date

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S22115

Review Start Date

Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/7183

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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae or Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Professional References Contact Info. ONLY (minimum of 3)

Optional Documents