What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Football Coach position at University of Missouri?
Hiring Department
Intercollegiate Athletics
Job Description
The University of Missouri Department of Athletics is seeking an Assistant Football Coach for its top ranked NCAA Division I Football Program.
Reporting to the Head Coach, the assistant Coach will be directly responsible for coordinating the activities of this defensive unit.
Responsibilities will include:
Student-athlete recruitment and development, on field coaching, contest scheduling, and compliance with all NCAA and SEC rules and regulations;
Coordinating and preparing the defensive unit for competition, including organizing practices to ensure the unit operates at a high level;
Assisting with the development of the overall student-athlete experience by mentoring student-athletes including evaluating their performance in practice and competition while providing leadership and instruction in areas of deficiencies as required;
Assisting with implementing recruiting strategy, including statistical analysis of prospective student-athlete date and assisting in off campus recruiting and evaluation of potential student-athletes;
Participating in the collection and analysis of tactical and statistical data of opponent tendencies and assisting in designing scouting reports and game strategies;
Promoting the philosophy and objectives of the University of Missouri Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, including adhering to all Departmental, University, SEC, and NCAA rules and regulations;
Performing other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach, the assigned sport administrator, or the Director of Athletics.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in off-campus recruiting, defensive play calling and strategy, strong organization skills, excellent communication skills and strong leadership abilities.
Shift
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Nights, Weekends, and Travel as required.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in related/ relevant area or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in a Division I Football program
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with education and experience
Grade: MKT
University Title: ASSISTANT COACH
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Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
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We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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