Assistant Football Coach - Athletics Department

EXPIRED

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The Assistant Football Coach recruits, retains, supervises, and coaches NCAA Division I student-athletes, under the guidelines of Georgetown, the Patriot League and NCAA, carries out duties within the stated philosophy of Georgetown athletics and its educational mission, and follows all institutional, conference and NCAA rules and regulations to insure compliance. Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the Assistant Football Coach has duties that include but are not limited to:

Create, teach and implement effective game, practice and conditioning plans for the student-athletes

• Organize, prepare and conduct individual and team practices and training.

• Develop effective drills and strategies for player improvement.

• Monitor strength, conditioning, and speed workout programs.

• Create and administer the off-season training program.

• Collect tactical and statistical data of opponent’s teams, watch game tapes, make phone calls to other coaches for scouting reports.

• Review, digest and analyze data and evaluations to determine strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams and players.

• Design game plans and strategies, as well as workout programs, drills, and training routines to improve athletic performance.

• Participate in coaches’ preparatory meetings and implement strategies resulting from these meetings.

• Evaluate individual student-athlete performance in both practice and competition, and provide instruction in areas of deficiency as needed.

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The Assistant Football Coach recruits, retains, supervises, and coaches NCAA Division I student-athletes, under the guidelines of Georgetown, the Patriot League and NCAA, carries out duties within the stated philosophy of Georgetown athletics and its educational mission, and follows all institutional, conference and NCAA rules and regulations to insure compliance. Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the Assistant Football Coach has duties that include but are not limited to:

Create, teach and implement effective game, practice and conditioning plans for the student-athletes

• Organize, prepare and conduct individual and team practices and training.

• Develop effective drills and strategies for player improvement.

• Monitor strength, conditioning, and speed workout programs.

• Create and administer the off-season training program.

• Collect tactical and statistical data of opponent’s teams, watch game tapes, make phone calls to other coaches for scouting reports.

• Review, digest and analyze data and evaluations to determine strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams and players.

• Design game plans and strategies, as well as workout programs, drills, and training routines to improve athletic performance.

• Participate in coaches’ preparatory meetings and implement strategies resulting from these meetings.

• Evaluate individual student-athlete performance in both practice and competition, and provide instruction in areas of deficiency as needed.

• Provide leadership and problem-solving assistance.

• Monitor the conduct of student-athletes and assist in creating and monitoring team rules and policies.

• Communicate and cooperate with the athletics training staff regarding the medical clearance, injury prevention, rehabilitation and the status of injured student-athletes.

• Assist in risk management for all team events.

Recruitment of the best student-athlete within the admissions, financial and regulatory standards and policies established by the University, Patriot League, and NCAA

• Identify and evaluate prospective student-athletes who meet appropriate academic as well as athletic profiles as set by Georgetown Admissions and the Department of Athletics. 

• Identify talent by watching various games, combines, videos, and by other means at their own initiative.

• Analyze and determine abilities and potential (both athletically and academically) of prospective student-athletes; and recommend or determine which prospective student-athletes should be the focus of the team’s resources and time to recruit.

• Communicate with prospects (draft letters and emails and make phone calls), and coordinate on-campus and home visits of student-athletes, including administration of travel arrangements for official and unofficial visits.

• Make recommendations with supporting documentation for athletics scholarships to the head coach.

• Conduct recruitment of student-athletes in accordance with NCAA rules.

• Develop and continually update a comprehensive recruiting database system with prospect information, including Assistant Coach’s judgment of prospective student-athletes’ abilities and potential.

Compliance with all conference, department and NCAA regulations and assist to ensure departmental compliance

• Successfully pass NCAA recruiting test.

• Attend all compliance seminars and reviews.

• Be accountable for Patriot League and NCAA rules and regulations and submit documentation as required by the University and Patriot League to the Athletics Department’s compliance office.

• Attend Coaches Association meetings.

Commitment to the academic success and personal development of student-athletes

• Work to ensure the academic success of student-athletes through monitoring academic progress and class attendance.

• Counsel student-athletes regarding scheduling of classes, monitor study halls, and advise student-athletes on appropriate contracts and counseling through University Academic Resource Center.

• Advise and counsel student-athletes regarding their compliance with all rules and regulations related to financial aid and eligibility, as well as, personal conduct and life skills.

• Provide support and advice for student-athletes on personal and emotional issues.

• Work to develop leadership skills, sportsmanship and ethical conduct among student-athletes.

• Work to create a team atmosphere of tolerance, teamwork, integrity and commitment.

• Attend regularly scheduled departmental staff meetings and meetings concerning student welfare.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• 1 to 3 years of experience directly related to duties and responsibilities specified, preferably at college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience; knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the game of football

• Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment, academic eligibility requirements, and retention of student-athletes

• Knowledge of athletics recruitment methods and techniques.  Ability to create a database for all prospects

• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments

• Strong organizational skills

• Strong interpersonal skills that demonstrate an ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment

• General knowledge of budget preparation and fiscal management

• Valid driver’s license with good driving record and insurability

• Proficiency in use of computer and relevant Microsoft applications

• Willingness and availability to work weekends and evenings

Preferred Qualifications

• Current First Aid/CPR certification

Work Mode: On Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of Work Designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$38,028.00 - $56,851.98

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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