Head Football Coach (Creative Design)
Summary/Objective
All positions in the Department of Athletics are responsible to help student-athletes fulfill the stated missions of Southwest Baptist University and the Department of Athletics.
Essential Job Duties
Recruits student-athletes
Provides sport-specific instruction during practices
Coaches student-athletes during scheduled games and / or contests
Serves as primary contact for scheduling games
Ensures a balanced budget
Monitors academic progress of student-athletes
Makes travel arrangements for program
Complies with all rules and regulations of the NCAA, GLVC, and SBU
Assists in activities hosted by SBU to facilitate recruitment
Works in cooperation with department members to strengthen all sports programs
Regular attendance and punctuality
Sets an example of a Christian lifestyle for students, staff and faculty
Commitment and adherence to Southwest Baptist University's Principles and Expectations
Performs duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics
Supervisory Responsibility
The Head Football Coach supervises the Assistant Football Coaches as well as GAs and student-workers assigned to the program.
Position Requirements
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Knowledge of NCAA rules
Preferred
Master's Degree
Coaching experience
Work Environment
Must be able to work in typical office and athletics environment.
Must be available for frequent travel during season and recruiting times. Night and weekend work required.
Must be able to work during crowd noise and loud game environments
Must be able to work outdoors
Must be able to travel long distances by plane, train, or automobile.
Must be able to interact and instruct team members in drills, play formation, and game preparation.
Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently.
Physical Abilities
Must be able to operate and / or maneuver equipment used for the daily training of student-athletes in the sport of football.
Must be able to operate standard office equipment such as a personal computer, photocopies, printer, etc.
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and hold a valid Missouri Driver's License.
Must be able to climb stairs, work in varying temperatures and sit and stand for long periods of time.
