Assistant Football Coach

Position Title Assistant Football Coach Posting Number AS1081P Subdivision Athletic Director's Office Division Athletics Department Athletics Location Erie, Pa Position SummaryThis is a full-time, 12-month position that assists the Defensive Coordinator for a competitive NCAA Division II football program. The Gannon University Football Team competes at the NCAA Division II level and the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC).ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:1. Coaches and directs all aspects of an assigned defensive position group.2. Develops effective practice plans and scouts opponents.3. Scouts and recruits qualified, competitive student-athletes while maintaining a commitment to their academic success.4. Coordinates and schedules strength training and conditioning for player development.5. Promotes healthy orientation of student-athletes.6. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of and accountability to NCAA rules and regulations.7. Demonstrates a commitment to the academic and athletic success of the student-athletes and NCAA compliance with the highest of ethical standards8. Performs other duties related as assigned within the scope, responsibility and requirements of the jobRequired QualificationsEducation: A bachelor's degree required; a master's degree is desirable.Experience: Applicants must have three years of college coaching experience along with collegiate-level recruiting experience. Applicants must possess effective communication skills and the demonstrated ability to work with a diverse populationLicenses and Certifications: A valid driver's license with no restrictions is required.University Mission: Must be able to support and promote the University's Mission.Preferred Qualifications Physical DemandsMust be able to meet the physical demands associated with recruiting and coaching a college-level football team.Exempt Status Exempt Position Classification Professional Position Type Staff Employment Status Full-Time Position Length 12M Hours per Week varies Work Schedule varies Shift Other