Assistant Football Coach (2 positions)

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Posting Details

Position Information

Job Category

Athletic Staff Coach/Trainer

Position Title

Assistant Football Coach (2 positions)

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Division

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Category

Athletic Staff Coach/Trainer

Position Title

Assistant Football Coach (2 positions)

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Division

Athletics

Department

Football

Hiring Wage/Salary Range

$60,410 -$72,000

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

A minimum of two (2) years of

NCAA

collegiate football coaching experience.

Experience in

NCAA

Division I football, either as a player or coach.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in recruiting highly competitive

NCAA

Division I student-athletes.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree required.

Master’s Degree preferred.

Certifications

A valid driver’s license is required, in accordance with the University’s Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy.

Offer Determination

When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.

Physical Requirements

Other Information

Benefits

Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page .

Department Statement

Colgate Athletics seeks to be a welcoming and diverse association of students, coaches, staff, alumni and fans in which all people are treated equitably and respectfully, and can contribute fully to our success; we share common goals, we affirm open communication and civility, we honor the sacredness of each person, we accept responsibility to act for the common good, we care for and serve one another, and we honor our history while celebrating our evolution; and, we strive to consistently perform at the upper range of our potential, to get better every day with a goal to win – to win in competition, in the classroom, in the community and in the lives of every member of the Colgate Community.

Accountabilities

This posting is intended to fill two (2) assistant coach vacancies. The open positions are outside linebackers (OLBs) and cornerbacks (CBs).

Responsibilities:

Strategic Execution

: Responsible for executing specific strategic activities and achieving outcomes within the assigned role for the football program, including sustained performance in the following areas:

Adherence to the Head Coach’s philosophy

Athletic instruction/coaching

Program operations and administration as designated by the Head Coach

Recruitment Strategy

: Contribute to the overall team recruitment strategy, including but not limited to:

Exercising independent judgment in recruiting prospective student-athletes

Attracting and evaluating prospective student-athletes

Planning and coordinating travel schedules and official visits

Developing and maintaining relationships with prospective student-athletes and other recruiting constituents

Student-Athlete Support and Management

: Support and manage student-athletes, ensuring sustained performance in the following areas:

Monitoring and supporting student-athlete welfare, academic progress, and development, including connecting them to department and campus resources

Encouraging student-athlete participation in department, campus, and community initiatives

Role modeling positive behaviors and leadership for student-athletes

Scouting and Competition Preparation

: Oversee all scouting, film preparation, and competition preparation, including:

Video breakdown using appropriate video-editing software

Coordination and oversight of the film exchange program per conference policies

Organizing team film sessions and developing scouting reports

Additional Responsibilities

:

Maintain professional relationships with key internal and external stakeholders

Manage student managers as assigned

Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach

Compliance

: Ensure personal compliance with all relevant governing bodies, including:

NCAA

Athletic conference

Athletic department

University policies

Campus Security Authority (

CSA

) Compliance

: This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (

CSA

) in accordance with the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of crimes received from students and employees to the Campus Safety Department.

Technical Competencies

| Name | Recruiting | | Description |
Demonstrated ability to identify and evaluate best-fit prospective student-athletes.
Demonstrated ability to attract desired student-athletes to the University.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive relationships with prospective student-athletes and key influencers. |

| Name | Student athlete development, management and coaching | | Description |
Demonstrated ability of consistently improving individual student-athlete performance. Demonstrated expertise within a specific sport sufficient to adhere to head coach’s strategy. Demonstrated ability to execute strategy, including pre-game preparation, instruction and game management. |

| Name | Compliance | | Description |
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to comply with NCAA, conference and institutional regulations. |

| Name | Stakeholder Relations | | Description |
Demonstrated ability to work constructively with a diverse population of internal and external stakeholders and contribute to an environment of inclusivity. |

| Name | Description | | Description |
Ability to adhere to budget. |

Behavioral Competencies

| Name | Personal Accountability for Results | | Description |
Takes responsibility for decisions, performance, and outcomes; behaves in a responsible manner with a positive attitude; shows self-awareness and openness to feedback. |

| Name | Effective Communication | | Description |
Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills; shares information and seeks input from others; adapts communication to diverse audiences; protects private and confidential information. |

| Name | Problem Solving and Decision Making | | Description |
Analyzes and prioritizes situations to identify and solve problems; generates solutions to improve efficiency and quality; involves others in solving problems and making decisions; factors organizational goals into decisions; makes clear, transparent, and timely decisions. |

| Name | Change Management | | Description |
Responds positively to changing university initiatives and readily adapts behavior to maintain effective performance; understands the long-term direction of the university and can relate this to departmental area; adapts to new methodologies; identifies and acts on areas where change is appropriate. |

| Name | Leadership and Teamwork | | Description |
Applies skills and knowledge to provide a climate to achieve departmental and organizational success; balances individual and department goals; helps others perform at their best; builds productive relationships to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness; treats others with respect; resolves conflicts among team members. |

| Name | Creativity and Innovation | | Description |
Generates, explores, encourages, and implements innovative ways of creating strategic value for the university, division, department, and individual level; critically assesses the effectiveness of new initiatives. |

| Name | Diversity and Inclusion | | Description |
Demonstrates respect for people and their differences; understands the benefits of a diverse workforce; earns the trust and respect of others; includes and welcomes others; works to understand the perspective of others; promotes opportunities to experience diversity within our community. |

| Name | Sustainability | | Description |
Understands the impact of decision making and personal behavior in achieving the university’s commitment to a sustainable and carbon-neutral campus; supports and advances the university’s sustainability initiatives; influences others to use sustainable practices. |

Posting Detail Information

| Requisition Number | 2025S007Posting | | Temporary | No | | Work Schedule | | | Job Open Date | 01/06/2025 | | Job Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions Summary | | | EEO Statement |
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws or Executive Orders. | | Clery Act |
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about.... Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu. |