Assistant Football Coach/Defensive Line Coach

Assistant Football Coach/Defensive Line Coach
External posting
Full-Time, Exempt , Administrative/Professional

JOB SUMMARY: Saginaw Valley State University, a DII member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference invites applications for the position of Assistant Football Coach/Defensive Line to assist the head coach in developing, promoting and supervising all facets of the football program; assist the head coach in the development and execution strategies for the recruitment of student-athletes for highly visible regionally and nationally competitive team; assist the head coach to organize and direct all aspects of the Football program, organizing practice sessions to enhance the team’s performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the management and administration of all activities related to the program.
  
• Provide leadership and supervision for all facets of the program.
  
• Assist with special teams and work diligently with all assistant coaches on the development, strategy, personnel, and execution of each unit.
  
• Assist in the total development of all Defensive Lineman.
  
• Track, monitor, and coordinate the football program’s academic progress and success.
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to all applicable NCAA and conference compliance rules and regulations.
  
• Ensuring that all relevant institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations are followed including, but not limited to player eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling, and academic progress.
  
• Ensure compliance with all institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations by student-athletes and sport-related staff.
  
• Abides by NCAA Bylaws 10.1 and 11.1 regarding ethical conduct and the responsibility to positively contribute to a campus culture of NCAA rules compliance.
  
• Responsible for promoting a positive academic environment to encourage all athletes to strive for academic excellence and achieve graduation.
  
• Assist in preparing and executing practice and game plans, strategies, and alternatives which are designed to bring success to the program.
  
• Providing moral support, encouragement and ensuring the safety and well-being of the student-athletes.
  
• Establishing and maintaining community contacts, which enhance the success of the program.
  
• Assist in directing and managing the recruiting efforts and talent acquisition of the program.
  
• Assist in designing and implementing off-season training programs for student-athletes.
  
• Assist in all fundraising needs for the program.
  
• Maintain appropriate communications with student-athletes and parents.
  
• Assist in the planning efforts and other activities which promote the program.
  
• Assist with promoting, operating, and coordinating NFL Scouts visits to campus.
  
• Perform related and other duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Head Football Coach

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree
  
• Two years of relevant sport coaching or participation experience at the collegiate level or higher; Or 5 years or more of successful coaching experience at the high school level.
  
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.
  
• Proven ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
  
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
  
• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.
  
• Experience and ability to positively interact with diverse student populations and groups.
  
• Willingness to travel nights and weekends.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree
  
• Four years of Football coaching or participation experience at the collegiate level or higher.
  
• Exceptional leadership skills.
  
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Strong desire and ability to successfully recruit.
  
• Strong follow-through skills, as well as the ability to plan, organize, and control projects through to completion.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Part of the work is performed in an office environment, not exposed to adverse conditions, and outside where there is little protection from the weather.

About SVSU:
Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. For nine consecutive years, SVSU has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For” (2016-2024).

SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.

SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels. SVSU is building the first university research station on Lake Huron, expanding its commitment to freshwater research and public health.

More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2024). SVSU fields 20 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students.