Athletics - Assistant Football Coach-Defensive Assistant

5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825, USA Req #274

Friday, July 12, 2024

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent’s College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges–2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools–2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

Athletics - Assistant Football Coach-Defensive Assistant

5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825, USA Req #274

Friday, July 12, 2024

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent’s College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges–2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools–2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

Position Summary

The Defensive Assistant/DLine Football Coach assists the Head Football Coach with regard to the teaching of the sport of football to student-athletes, including coaching and recruitment of Defensive FB players.

This is a part-time seasonal position, August 1st - May 31st.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with teaching the sport of football to student-athletes at Sacred Heart University
• Assist with the evaluation, recruitment, and retention of football athletes
• Assist with meeting the recruitment and retention goals set and assessed annually by the University
• Assist with visiting and for recruitment purposes prospective students and their families following the guidelines of the Northeast Conference and NCAA Division I
• Football knowledge and experience working with the defensive side of the ball are desired
• Assist the Head Coach with recruitment reports
• Assist with daily planning, organization and supervision of practices and competitions
• Develop scouting reports and game plans with the Defensive Coordinator
• Monitor student/athlete's academics
• Community service projects with the student/athletes on the Football Team
• Other Administrative duties as assigned by Head Coach

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other Attributes

• 3-5 years of college coaching experience, preferably Defensive side of the ball
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master's degree preferred
• DV Sport video experience
• Understanding of NCAA rules and regulations for recruiting
• Willingness and ability to work hard

Unusual Working Conditions

The position requires long working hours, weekends, and travel.

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.

Other details

• Job Family Staff
• Job Function Athletics
• Pay Type Salary
• Employment Indicator Part-time Seasonal
• Travel Required Yes
• Required Education Bachelor’s Degree

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