Women's Flag Football Coach

Job Summary:

This position exists for the purpose of providing leadership and oversight to the womens flag football program at Lancaster Bible College and assistance to the Athletics program. The Head Coach is responsible for all aspects that relate to the sports program including the ongoing development of the student athlete, promoting their physical, academic, social, and spiritual growth in line with the mission and values of the College.

Employee Type: Part-Time - Commission

Department: Athletics

Reports to: Director of Athletics

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Personal Qualities:

• The desire to grow, develop, and mature, both spiritually and professionally.
• The ability to create and maintain a Christian professional atmosphere in all internal and external relationships.
• A spirit of cooperation and willingness to serve others.
• The desire and ability to disciple and mentor students.
• A professional appearance.

Education and Experience:

• A demonstrated faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the noted knowledge, skills, and abilities. Masters degree preferred in a health or sport-related field.
• Previous collegiate participation and/or coaching experience.
• A demonstrated ability to develop the academic, spiritual, physical, and social needs of college students.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Embodies and supports the LBC promise, which is to help prepare students to flourish in college and life, inside and outside the classroom, from the conviction that Christ is real, and the Bible is true.
• Ability to communicate the LBC promise to prospective students and parents.
• Lives out LBCs mission statement, which is to educate Christian students to think and live a biblical worldview and to proclaim Christ by serving Him on and off the field.
• Ability to work independently and can work evenings and weekends to accomplish the tasks necessary for success in this field.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of collegiate rules and NCAA regulations.
• First Aid and CPR certified.
• Licenses: Current and valid drivers license required.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Coaching Responsibilities

• Prepare the womens flag football team for full intercollegiate season that is compliant to the NCAA guidelines.
• Oversee the development of a culture that fits the philosophy of LBC Athletics and is a beacon to the LBC family and community.
• Demonstrate Christian values in attitudes, words, and actions at contests, practices, trips, meals, etc.
• Ensure devotional times are conducted by players/coaches and goals of the athletic department are achieved each season.
• Organize and conduct preseason tryouts and in season practices.
• Select, supervise and evaluate assistant coaching staff.
• Verify roster accuracy for eligibility sheets, coordinate with compliance director on questions or concerns.
• Oversee student-athletes academic progress and be available for consultation/support for student-athletes.
• Work closely with the Sports Information Director to develop a media plan and be available for interviews and speaking engagements both internally and externally.
• Ensure compliance with United East Conference and policies and procedures.

Athletic Responsibilities

• Attend bi-weekly departmental meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.