What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Asst. Football Coach - Defensive Asst./Special Teams position at St. John Fisher University?
Position Title
Full-Time Asst. Football Coach - Defensive Asst./Special Teams
Overview
St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers nearly 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing; 11 pre-professional programs; and master’s and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, pharmacy, and public health. The University’s residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background.
The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, “Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge.” We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres—a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.
The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, “Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge.” We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres—a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.
Job Responsibilities
The Assistant football coach is to support the Head Coach in the planning, organization, and administration of the football program. To coach a specific position as assigned by the Head Football Coach.
- Adhere to all NCAA, conference, and institutional guidelines, policies, and rules
- Demonstrate leadership and professional behavior when dealing withstudent-athletes
- Maintain positive constructive working relationships with student-athletes, athletics department coaches and staff, and all members of the University community
- At all times promote the Football program in a positive way
- Recruiting (20%)
o Corresponding via mailings, phone calls and emails
o Support recruit visitso Attending off campus recruiting events
o Working with admissions office to recruit student athletes
- Football Team Management Support (50%)
o Assist in practice planning, organization, and on-the-field coaching
o Assist in game preparations including film breakdown and review
o Game day duties
o Help supervise the team during away contests
o Organize and participate in fund-raising activities
o Oversee academic, moral, ethical and athletic development of the student-athletes
- Game Management & other administrative tasks as assigned by department (30%)
- Yearly NCAA rules test
Education / Experience
Bachelor’s degree required. Football knowledge required and playing experience desired.
Competencies / Skills
Ability to demonstrate football related skills, interpersonal skills between students, staff, alumni and friends of the University.
Supervision of Employees
None
Work Environment
Well lighted, well ventilated pleasant work area. Work with students and accompany team when traveling
Equipment to be Used
Must be able to be proficient in word, excel and able to learn other football related computer programs. Equipment related to sport.
Job Type
Full-time
Work Hours
Schedule varies depending on if in-season or out-of-season. The ability to work nights and weekends required to support practices, games and recruiting events.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Minimum Number of References Requested
0
EEO Statement
It is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the University has employees.
The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone (585-385-8232), email (titleix@sjfc.edu), in-person in Campus Center 209, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security (585-385-8111).
The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone (585-385-8232), email (titleix@sjfc.edu), in-person in Campus Center 209, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security (585-385-8111).
Work Location
3690 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14618
FLSA
Exempt
Salary / Hourly Range
$46,750.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Notes
The salary range for this role is set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, qualifications, experience, and education. The above hiring range is one component of the University’s competitive Total Rewards package which can be viewed here
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S00690P
Desired Start Date
03/17/2025
Open Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicant
Salary : $46,750 - $55,000
