Assistant Football Coach

Job Overview Reporting to the head coach of football, the assistant football coach will have primary duties in planning training sessions and competition, providing input on player evaluation and recruiting, and making other decisions concerning team operations. This role includes the vision to develop and implement a strategic plan for long‑term growth and improvement of the football program at Wesleyan University. Responsibilities Coaching Responsibilities Assist with instruction, planning, organizing and execution of practices and competitions. Provide video analysis for competition and practice sessions. Evaluate athlete performance and progress to ensure peak performance during the season. Oversee the mental and physical preparation of athletes for competition. Assist in the development of conditioning programs. Assist with team scouting and evaluation and provide game strategy recommendations. Teaching Responsibilities As a teaching fellow, assist physical education faculty members with classroom interaction. Assist with out‑of‑class project work required for PE credit. Recruiting Responsibilities Oversee team recruiting efforts and identify and evaluate prospective student‑athletes. Attend permissible off‑campus recruiting events. Manage the team Front Rush recruiting database. Coordinate on‑campus recruiting visits for prospective student‑athletes. Administrative Responsibilities Provide academic support and monitor academic progress for student‑athletes. Participate in planning for alumni events including fundraising or special functions. Collaborate with the director of athletic fundraising. Plan and execute team community service efforts. Coordinate team travel for in‑/out‑of‑region trips. Provide additional support for contest management as needed. Other duties as assigned. This is an on‑campus position. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of coaching experience and/or experience in a graduate assistant program or an equivalent combination of experience, education, training, and/or distinguished collegiate athletic career experience. Demonstrated knowledge of the daily operations of an intercollegiate football program. Proven ability to effectively coach high‑level athletes. Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership to student‑athletes to encourage both successful academic development and competitive performance. Demonstrated commitment to work within a diverse environment and interact collegially with individuals of different backgrounds. Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills. Proficiency in MS Word and Excel. Ability to establish and maintain relationships and work effectively with internal and external constituents. Ability to work a non‑traditional schedule, including nights and weekends. Communication, organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills are essential. Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree or a degree in Athletic Administration and/or Advanced Level Coaching. Experience coaching at the Division III level and/or NESCAC conference. Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification. Experience with intercollegiate contest management. Experience with Front Rush recruiting software. Knowledge of NESCAC and NCAA Division III recruiting rules and regulations. Compensation $32,000.00 per annum. Work Location On Campus. Benefits Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, and employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify. EEO Statement Wesleyan University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non‑position‑related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non‑discrimination policies should be directed to the Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator. Clery Act Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle of Higher Education