What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach Football position at University of Saint Mary?
The University of Saint Mary is conveniently located a short 30 minutes’ drive from Parkville, Shawnee, Basehor and Kansas City, Kansas. USM offer all full-time employees Medical, Dental, Vision, University Paid Basic Life & AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability along with a generous Tuition Remission for the employee, spouse and dependents under the age of 24 years old.
The History Of The University Of Saint Mary
The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 100 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.
Position Summary
The Assistant Football Coach plays a significant role in the holistic development of student-athletes by promoting academic achievement, eligibility, persistence/retention, and positive team culture. The Assistant Football Coach collaborates closely with the Head Coach, academic support staff, and athletics administration to ensure student-athletes succeed on the field, in the classroom, and in the community.
Essential Functions
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references.
Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Questions: email human resources at hr@stmary.edu
The History Of The University Of Saint Mary
The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 100 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.
Position Summary
The Assistant Football Coach plays a significant role in the holistic development of student-athletes by promoting academic achievement, eligibility, persistence/retention, and positive team culture. The Assistant Football Coach collaborates closely with the Head Coach, academic support staff, and athletics administration to ensure student-athletes succeed on the field, in the classroom, and in the community.
Essential Functions
- Support oversight of conduct, discipline and positive character development of student-athletes by using the guidelines and principles of the USM Mission and the NAIA Champions of Character initiative.
- Uphold and model high standards of sportsmanship, professionalism, and integrity.
- Teach and promote the USM Mission values of community, respect, justice and excellence.
- Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes consistent with institutional standards and program needs.
- Support roster management through evaluation, retention efforts, and development plans for current players.
- Assist with NAIA, KCAC and USM policies pertaining to recruitment and student-athlete eligibility.
- Promote a culture of academic accountability, including class attendance expectations, time management, and consistent communication with academic support resources.
- Reinforce expectations and accountability for conduct, eligibility, and academic integrity.
- Work with the Athletic Department in all sport promotions and fundraising efforts.
- Perform on field and position coaching duties as determined by Head Coach.
- Available for teaching duties up to 4 hours per academic year.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Administration.
- Bachelor's Degree
- 2-3 years related experience
- Must have working and/or player knowledge of NCAA, NAIA, or KCAC rules and regulations
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable
- Affinity with the overall mission of the University of Saint Mary
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references.
Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Questions: email human resources at hr@stmary.edu