Assistant Football Coach/Offense

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Assistant Football Coach/Offense position within the department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

 

The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.  We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

 

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees and dependents upon eligibility
• Up to 50% tuition remission for spouses upon eligibility
• A generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits

Salary Range: $44,600 to $46,350

 

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Football Coach/Offense assists the Head Football Coach with management of the football program. Emphasis will be placed on recruitment, mentoring student athletes, and assisting with practices to include planning and skill development. The offensive coach assists the Head Football Coach in representation of the football program at intercollegiate athletics, alumni, University, booster club, and fundraising events as needed. This position is required to work evenings and weekends and will require travel.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Student-Athlete Skill Development, Technique and Mentorship
  • Develop your position group athletically and mentally so that they can maximize their potential as players. In addition, be an active participant in their development off the field. This includes, but is not limited to, academically, emotionally, and socially
• Recruiting 
  • Evaluate, rank, and recruit local, regional, national, and international players at your position group. Evaluate and recruit all position players within your assigned recruiting areas. Establish and cultivate relationships with high school and junior college coaches in your recruiting areas. Participate in the planning and execution of unofficial and official recruiting visits.

• Practice, Game Planning and Game Strategy
  • Assist the offensive coordinator in practice preparation with the organization of your position drills, player reps and player rotations. Evaluate the opponent’s defensive personnel and assist in creating a weekly game plan

• Administrative 
  • Assist the Head Football Coach by attending intercollegiate athletics, alumni, university, booster club and fundraising events. Work with the Sports Information Director to participate in approved media requests

• Other Duties as Assigned
  • Assist and/or complete other duties that may be assigned by the VP and Director of Athletics, Football Sport Administrator or Head Football Coach

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Four years of coaching experience preferably at the collegiate level

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Working knowledge of NCAA compliance rules and regulations

 

HOW TO APPLY

All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which in