Head Football Coach

OVERVIEW: Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, multicultural institution of higher education that ensures the intellectual and professional advancement of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet maintains a proud tradition of research and scholarly activity and prepares its graduates for career opportunities in a highly competitive, technological, and rapidly changing world.

 

Job Title:

Head Football Coach

Worker Type:

Regular

 

Pay Type:

Salary

 

Exempt Status:

Yes

 

Compensation Grade (Track/Level):

A3

 

Hiring Range (Commensurate with experience and qualifications):

$73,932.00-$98,576.00

 

Salary Ranges (All Compensation Grades):

Gallaudet University

 

Supervisory Organization (Department):

Gallaudet Athletics

 

Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Football Coach administers a competitive football program that emphasizes integrity and the educational welfare of its student-athletes, and strives for excellence within the University’s mission.

 

Job Description:

• Hires and supervises assistant coaches; coordinates recruitment; prepares reports; participates in program and budget planning; develops athletic event schedules; prepares academic reports of activities including statistical analysis for all sports programs; and monitors academic reports for all student-athletes.

• Administers, manages, and leads the football program in a manner that reflects positively on the image and reputation of the University at all times, in accordance with the University’s mission.

• Coordinates the recruitment of football players; organizes and conducts all football practice sessions; and teaches the mechanics and techniques of football to the players and ensures that steps are taken to reduce the risks of injury.

• Supervises and evaluates the work of assistant football coaches; and consults with and obtains approval of the Athletic Director for hiring of all coaches.

• Monitors the academic progress of football players through ongoing communication and collaborative efforts and First Year Seminar as well as through individual meetings with the student-athletes; and works closely with other academic units to foster improved academic performance of student-athletes.

• Develops and disseminates rules related to the expected conduct of football players when they are representing Gallaudet University, both on- and off-campus.

• Monitors, enforces, observes, communicates and supports the University’s academic standards, requirements and policies, including working with the Admissions Office, Financial Aid Office, and other academic and support services offices for football players.

• Works closely with the Director to schedule games for each upcoming season.

• Works with the Director regarding development of and reporting of information related to team roster, schedule, and results from the previous year and current season outlook.

• Organizes and conducts a team community service activity each year working with the Student Athletic Advisory Council and the Community Service Programs Office.

• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with external vendors for sponsorships, donations, etc. of sports teams and the overall athletic program.

• Serves as Gallaudet University’s representative to the Old Dominion Athletic Conference.

• Establishes and maintains a positive and supportive working relationship with co-workers and supervisors.

• Demonstrates a genuine commitment to belonging in the workplace and participates in activities and workshops to foster continuous learning.

• Serves as a mandatory reporter under Title IX; and commits to completing Title IX training and other compliance requirements on an annual basis.

• Prioritizes safety in the workplace as a collective responsibility for the well-being of employees and fosters a culture of safety that is integral to our success, including strict adherence to safety procedures and protocols, as well as promptly reporting any safety hazards or incidents.

• Performs related and other duties as needed.

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