Head Football Coach and Associate Dean of Upper School Enrollment

Head Football Coach & Associate Dean of Upper School Enrollment

Founded by Detroit philanthropists George and Ellen Booth in 1904, Cranbrook Educational Community is one of the world’s leading centers of education, science, and art. Comprised of a graduate Academy of Art, contemporary Art Museum, Center for Collections and Research, House and Gardens, Institute of Science, and more than 1,600 students attending our Pre-K through 12 independent college preparatory Schools, Cranbrook welcomes thousands of visitors and students to its campus each year. Critics have called Cranbrook “the most enchanted and enchanting setting in America” and in 1989 it was designated a National Historic Landmark. The campus is located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, about 20 miles north of downtown Detroit. For more, please visit our website: www.cranbrook.edu.

While working year-round as a member of the Admissions Office, this position will also join the Cranbrook Athletics coaching staff as the Head Football Coach.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Admissions Responsibilities:

• Effectively nurture relationships with admissions prospects in geographic areas of responsibility, including having initial inquiry conversations, providing campus tours, and hosting student visit days.
• Serve as a liaison between the Athletics Office and the Admissions Office.
• Represent Cranbrook Schools at both on and off-campus recruitment events (open houses, receptions, fairs, etc.) as assigned by the Dean of Upper School Enrollment.
• Serve on the Upper School Admissions Committee.
• Attend Upper School faculty meetings.
• Use Finalsite EMS to actively monitor progress of candidates, produce reports of work, etc.

Athletics Responsibilities:

• Build strong relationships with Administrators, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, Parents and the community at large.
• Intentionally integrate the athletic department’s core values as the framework to coach and build the football program.

• Have a comprehensive understanding of and dedication to compliance with the rules, regulations, and policies of Cranbrook Schools, the Catholic High School League (CHSL), and the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA).
• Create and implement a comprehensive strategy to build a competitive football team. Focus on developing and executing training plans during practices and competitions, while actively mentoring and coaching student-athletes to enhance their skills and teamwork.
• Foster a positive and supportive environment that encourages growth, resilience, and a strong sense of sportsmanship.

• Assemble a staff with specialized expertise in their position which supports the Head Coach’s vision for the football program.
• Connect well with young people and develop players throughout their scholastic career.
• Maintain a high standard of integrity in all aspects of team management.
• Serve as a Site Administrator for Home contests, Away playoff contests, and special events on campus.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  Supervise assistant coaches within the football program and game workers when serving as a site administrator.

Requirements:

• Previous admissions and enrollment experience is preferred but not required.
• Must have demonstrated communication and community relations abilities and work effectively with students, faculty, administration, and parents. 
• Requires a wealth of coaching experience, with at least five years at the collegiate or high school level. Having played football at the collegiate level is preferred.
• Ties to youth football in the Metropolitan Detroit area, with a demonstrated deep understanding and connection to our community is preferred.
• Requires a valid Michigan driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

Cranbrook offers competitive compensation and benefits that include medical, dental, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, and retirement programs with employer contribution. We also offer generous paid time off, 11 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays, employee discounts, and a unique environment in an educational setting that values collaboration.

For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume.