Assistant Football Coach - Defense

About us

Athletics are integral ingredients in the holistic educational mission of Franklin College. Coaches should be educators first and foremost who administer their programs within the framework of the college’s educational goals. Athletes at Franklin College should be students first and foremost whose highest priority is to earn a college degree and whose conduct on and off the playing field is as important as athletic ability and performance. It is the educational goal of Franklin College for its athletic program–i.e., varsity sports, intramurals, physical education, recreational clubs, and informal recreation–that every graduate leave the campus with: A conceptual understanding of what it means to be physically well The substantive knowledge necessary for healthy living The habits and skills which will provide for a lifetime of beneficial and enjoyable recreation Those character traits and leadership skills which are the benefits of competitive sports and Memories of testing oneself in competition which will serve as sources of pride and satisfaction all the graduate’s life.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Food provided
• Wellness programs
• Growth opportunities
• Company perks
• Lively atmosphere
• Safe work environment

Assistant Football Coach - Defense

Franklin College, an NCAA Division III institution and member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference, invites applications for an Assistant Football Coach - Defense.

This full-time, 10-month staff position includes assisting the Head Football Coach in recruiting and coaching duties. Primary responsibilities include serving as leading recruiting efforts for the football program, consistent with the goals of the institution, and coaching a position on defense. Secondary duties will be assigned by the Director of Athletics at a later date and will involve the management or oversight of a particular area of the Athletic Department which may include, but not be limited to: gameday management, student employment, intramurals, strength and conditioning, or other necessary duties as required.

Essential Functions:

· Assists the Head Coach in building a successful men’s football program in a manner consistent with the principles and goals of the institutional Athletic Department Mission Statement;

· Works collaboratively with departmental colleagues and institutional colleagues;

· Collaborates with other coaches on a daily basis;

· Facilitates direct coaching activities during practice and competition;

· Designs, creates, and facilitates a strength training program for all FC Athletics;

· Prioritizes and organizes recruitment activities for the program;

· Abides by the rules, regulations and philosophies of the College as well as any affiliation rules and regulations which may be applicable to the sport;

· Promotes a culture of compliance with NCAA, conference and institutional regulations;

· Prioritizes student-athletes in academic success and overall campus experience;

· Follows and abides by all safety rules and regulations;

· Other duties as assigned;

Supervisory Responsibility:

General supervision is received from the Head Football Coach and Director of Athletics. The chosen candidate will exercise supervision over a limited number of assistant coaching staff and student workers.

Required Education and Experience

o A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;

o A minimum of two (2) years of football coaching experience at the collegiate level with preference for experience coaching on defense;

o Basic computer skills including a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to use and manipulate spreadsheets;

o Self-motivated and able to work with little supervision;

o Strong organizational and communication skills;

o Ability to interact with a variety of students and staff;

o A passion for active student engagement in learning.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a candidate is selected.

Excellent benefits package including: health, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, sick and holiday time, retirement plan, and full tuition benefits for employees and their family. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit a complete application including cover letter, resume and three professional references. – Paste the following web address into a browser: https://franklincollege-ubsru.formstack.com/forms/staff_applicationor go to Franklin College’s job board at https://franklincollege.edu/about-fc/human-resources/employment-opportunities/

Contact Human Resources with additional questions.

Franklin College

101 Branigin Boulevard

Franklin, IN 46131

www.FranklinCollege.edu

Franklin College is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and to ensuring that educational and employment decisions are based on individuals’ abilities and qualifications. Consistent with these principles and applicable laws, it is therefore the College’s policy not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status as consistent with the Policy on Prohibited Discrimination, Harassment and Related Misconduct. No person, on the basis of protected status, shall be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any College program or activity, including with respect to employment terms and conditions. Such a policy ensures that only relevant factors are considered and that equitable and consistent standards of conduct and performance are applied.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• After school
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42,000