Assistant Football Coach/ Travel Coordinator
Western New Mexico University, Silver City, NM, United States
Assistant Football Coach/ Travel Coordinator
Position Title Assistant Football Coach/ Travel Coordinator
Position Classification Staff
Employment Type Full-Time
Department Football
Summary This position provides leadership in support of the Head Coach in all facets of the program. The position collaborates with the Head Coach for maintaining a consistently competitive program including instruction, recruiting, retaining student-athletes, individual training, coaching team members, film coordination, as well as other duties assigned by the Head Coach. This position mentors and challenges student-athletes to grow academically and athletically. The assistant coach abides by the rules, policies, regulations, and compliance standards established by Western New Mexico University’s mission and vision, the NCAA, and the LSC.
Duties
Provides leadership in collaboration with the head coach and sport administrator for the program and athletic department.
In partnership with the Head Coach, successfully recruits and graduates quality student-athletes of high moral character and integrity.
Provides fundraising efforts to support the Athletic Department and the program.
Partners with the head coach to run/manage camps, leagues, and community outreach activities and events.
With head coach supervision, prepares and provides oversight of the program’s scholarship, supply, and travel budgets.
Schedules games, team travel, meal planning, and accommodations with appropriate budget approvals.
Manages logistics for team travel, including flights, hotels, ground transport, meals, and itineraries for players and staff.
Maintains responsibility for administrative support duties as assigned by the head coach in areas that reflect the strengths and expertise of the candidate.
Participates in extensive travel to games, practices, recruiting, and athletic-related events.
Attends mandatory coaches and departmental meetings.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Education / Background
Bachelor’s degree and prior collegiate football experience at the Junior College level or four-year institution with 2 or more years of coaching experience. Master’s degree with 3 years of collegiate coaching experience or a total of 6 years of both collegiate playing and coaching experience is preferred.
Job Knowledge
Knowledge and application of all NCAA Division II and Lone Star Conference rules, standards, regulations, and requirements. Knowledge of all rules and techniques of the specific collegiate sport. Knowledge of available athletic scholarships and their individual requirements and regulations. Knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques, and methods of coaching student-athletes. Must be knowledgeable of University policies and procedures. Skill in applying NCAA Division II and Lone Star Conference rules, standards, regulations, and requirements. Skill in developing safe and effective training and practice programs for student athletes. Must be able to handle multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy. Must be sensitive to cultural differences within the University and community. Fluent in Microsoft Office Applications.
Working Conditions / Physical Demands
Normal office and athletics environment, continually changing sports venues and gym environment. Requires strenuous physical work, heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (>70%) of the job. Must be able to visually and auditorily assess situations to ensure health and safety. Work involves moderate exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Hours may vary depending on sporting events and needs and includes nights and weekends. Ability to comprehend and work with a variety of information from various sources. Able to clearly communicate with a diverse population. Ability to compose correspondence and reports and remain in a sedentary position for prolonged periods. May be required to work additional hours or days depending on circumstances.
Other Requirements
a. Requires a valid driver’s license.
b. Requires completion of a Defensive Driving Course within 6 months (if applicable to the role).
Location
Silver City
Salary Range
$55,000
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Position Title Assistant Football Coach/ Travel Coordinator
Position Classification Staff
Employment Type Full-Time
Department Football
Summary This position provides leadership in support of the Head Coach in all facets of the program. The position collaborates with the Head Coach for maintaining a consistently competitive program including instruction, recruiting, retaining student-athletes, individual training, coaching team members, film coordination, as well as other duties assigned by the Head Coach. This position mentors and challenges student-athletes to grow academically and athletically. The assistant coach abides by the rules, policies, regulations, and compliance standards established by Western New Mexico University’s mission and vision, the NCAA, and the LSC.
Duties
Provides leadership in collaboration with the head coach and sport administrator for the program and athletic department.
In partnership with the Head Coach, successfully recruits and graduates quality student-athletes of high moral character and integrity.
Provides fundraising efforts to support the Athletic Department and the program.
Partners with the head coach to run/manage camps, leagues, and community outreach activities and events.
With head coach supervision, prepares and provides oversight of the program’s scholarship, supply, and travel budgets.
Schedules games, team travel, meal planning, and accommodations with appropriate budget approvals.
Manages logistics for team travel, including flights, hotels, ground transport, meals, and itineraries for players and staff.
Maintains responsibility for administrative support duties as assigned by the head coach in areas that reflect the strengths and expertise of the candidate.
Participates in extensive travel to games, practices, recruiting, and athletic-related events.
Attends mandatory coaches and departmental meetings.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Education / Background
Bachelor’s degree and prior collegiate football experience at the Junior College level or four-year institution with 2 or more years of coaching experience. Master’s degree with 3 years of collegiate coaching experience or a total of 6 years of both collegiate playing and coaching experience is preferred.
Job Knowledge
Knowledge and application of all NCAA Division II and Lone Star Conference rules, standards, regulations, and requirements. Knowledge of all rules and techniques of the specific collegiate sport. Knowledge of available athletic scholarships and their individual requirements and regulations. Knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques, and methods of coaching student-athletes. Must be knowledgeable of University policies and procedures. Skill in applying NCAA Division II and Lone Star Conference rules, standards, regulations, and requirements. Skill in developing safe and effective training and practice programs for student athletes. Must be able to handle multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy. Must be sensitive to cultural differences within the University and community. Fluent in Microsoft Office Applications.
Working Conditions / Physical Demands
Normal office and athletics environment, continually changing sports venues and gym environment. Requires strenuous physical work, heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (>70%) of the job. Must be able to visually and auditorily assess situations to ensure health and safety. Work involves moderate exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Hours may vary depending on sporting events and needs and includes nights and weekends. Ability to comprehend and work with a variety of information from various sources. Able to clearly communicate with a diverse population. Ability to compose correspondence and reports and remain in a sedentary position for prolonged periods. May be required to work additional hours or days depending on circumstances.
Other Requirements
a. Requires a valid driver’s license.
b. Requires completion of a Defensive Driving Course within 6 months (if applicable to the role).
Location
Silver City
Salary Range
$55,000
Advertising Summary
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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