Assistant Coach, Wide Receivers (Football)

Faulkner University is seeking a qualified individual to serve as Assistant Coach within our football program. The selected individual will be responsible for coordinating the wide receivers of the team. The assistant coach will analyze performance and instruct student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition; observe players while they perform to determine need for individual or team improvement; and coach players individually or in groups, demonstrating techniques. This individual will assist in establishing and executing a team philosophy centered on growing young men spiritually, physically, intellectually, and professionally. Faulkner University is an NAIA Division I member, and is competing in the Mid-South Athletic Conference. Faulkner University is a Christian university affiliated with the churches of Christ.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), 10-month position.

Summary of Duties:

• Responsible for working within the basic framework and philosophy of the head coach
• Assist in coaching and teaching sport to student athletes
• Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions as directed
• Supervise and conduct workouts in season and off-season
• Maintain discipline and exemplify the university's goals and objectives
• Work closely with faculty to ensure academic progress toward graduation of student athletes
• Promote and prepare for summer/off-season camps and clinics
• Assist with recruiting of student athletes; prepare and plan recruiting visits

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum three years of related experience required
• Coaching experience at the college level preferred
• Ability to work frequent evening and weekend hours, and travel
• Active member of the church of Christ

For initial application submit:

• Resume
• Cover letter

Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check and verification of work authorization through E-Verify.

Non-discrimination statement: Faulkner University is a church-affiliated liberal arts institution committed to employing a highly qualified and diverse administration, faculty and staff, which reflects the University's religious traditions, values, affiliation, and purpose. Thus, the institution invites individuals affiliated with the churches of Christ to submit applications regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability. Faulkner University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability in connection with its educational policies, admissions, financial aid, employment, educational programs, or activities. However, Faulkner University exercises a preference in employment for those qualified applicants who are members of the churches of Christ whose lifestyles are consistent with the mission of the University and with the beliefs and values of the churches of Christ. Please refer to our website for further information. www.faulkner.edu

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