What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Football Coach - Defense position at Western Carolina University?
The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.
Assist the Head Football Coach with the administration of the football program in compliance with NCAA and Southern Conference rules and regulations and the procedures of Western Carolina University. Coaching duties include: coordinate and organize all facets of the recruitment of quality student-athletes; establish and maintain a database of potential recruits that best fit Western Carolina University; organize all appropriate home visits, phone calls, school visits and on-campus recruiting; establish and devise a plan for potential recruiting regions and designate certified staff for those regions; prepare off-campus correspondence. Oversee all aspects of defensive backs play and player development. Work with Defensive Coordinator in organizing practice, game planning and game day adjustments.
Assist the Head Football Coach with the administration of the football program in compliance with NCAA and Southern Conference rules and regulations and the procedures of Western Carolina University. Coaching duties include: coordinate and organize all facets of the recruitment of quality student-athletes; establish and maintain a database of potential recruits that best fit Western Carolina University; organize all appropriate home visits, phone calls, school visits and on-campus recruiting; establish and devise a plan for potential recruiting regions and designate certified staff for those regions; prepare off-campus correspondence. Oversee all aspects of defensive backs play and player development. Work with Defensive Coordinator in organizing practice, game planning and game day adjustments.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required.
- Collegiate coaching experience and demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations required.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred. All degrees must be from an accredited institution.
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Posting Text
Open Date
01/22/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.
Please include a cover letter, current resume and a list of three professional references with complete contact information.
For questions or additional information please contact Todd Shealy at tshealy@email.wcu.edu
Background/E-Verify
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Credential Verification
All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
AA/EOE
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
University Safety
The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.
