Assistant Football Coach (2 positions) at Colgate University in Hamilton, New York

Job Description:

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.

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.
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.

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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.

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Compliance

Description:

Demonstrated knowledge and ability to comply with NCAA, conference and institutional regulations.

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Stakeholder Relations

Description:

Demonstrated ability to work constructively with a diverse population of internal and external stakeholders and contribute to an environment of inclusivity.

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Description

Description:

Ability to adhere to budget.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Requisition Number:

2025S007Posting

Temporary:

No

Job Open Date:

01/06/2025

Open Until Filled:

Yes

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/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at
cusafety@colgate.edu.

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