Flag Football Coach

About Roanoke CollegeRoanoke College is a place where every student who works hard has the opportunity to succeed. We champion potential, providing essential learning and leadership through innovative academic programs and transformative educational experiences, giving students the mettle, mindset, and empathy to pursue lives of purpose, build meaningful careers, and meet society’s most pressing needs. Located in scenic Salem, Virginia, Roanoke College is an intimate, welcoming community that has served the local region and beyond for nearly 200 years. Now, we’re building on momentum and offering a Roanoke experience for today’s students and a legacy that belongs to every Maroon. Learn about the College's new strategic plan, Imagine Roanoke: A Strategic Plan for Roanoke College and the 21st Century Learner.Roanoke College is a nationally ranked residential liberal arts college affiliated with the Lutheran Church (ELCA), located in the beautiful Roanoke Valley of Virginia. A Phi Beta Kappa institution, Roanoke College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its faculty, staff, and students; women and members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply.The PositionThe Head Women’s Flag Football Coach is a key leader in establishing and developing the Women’s Flag Football program from its inception. This position is responsible for the overall leadership, organization, administration and competitive success of the program, directing all aspects of coaching, recruitment, program development, and compliance with institutional, conference and national governing body regulations. The Head Coach is expected to lead the college team in all aspects of student-athlete success by modeling a championship program rooted in character, communication, and excellence, both on the field and in the classroom.Key Responsibilities:Recruit, retain, and develop female student-athletes with a commitment to academic and athletic success.Implement a comprehensive strategy for scheduling and organizing practices and competitions, including travel, accommodations and meals, to ensure proper preparation for student-athletes.Manage operational, fiscal and administrative responsibilities of the flag football program.Demonstrate a high level of involvement in the personal, academic development and health and welfare of student-athletes.Support the Division of College Advancement with fundraising efforts and alumni activitiesHiring and supervising assistant coaches, includingEducation, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferredExperience in coaching flag football or football (2-5 years); collegiate level coaching preferredAbility to work cooperatively with other administrators, coaches, students, faculty and staff members, community leaders and parents.Department: AthleticsLocation: Salem, VAJob type: Full Time