What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Women's Flag Football Coach position at Wiley University?
Wiley University Athletics seeks a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as the inaugural Head Women’s Flag Football Coach. This position is responsible for establishing and leading a competitive intercollegiate program, recruiting and developing student-athletes, and overseeing all aspects of program operations in alignment with university and conference standards.
Qualifications:Job Duties
• Recruit, evaluate, and identify prospective student-athletes
• Advise student-athletes on academic planning and monitor eligibility
• Develop student-athletes’ skills, discipline, and knowledge of the game
• Manage and administer the program budget, including fundraising initiatives
• Hire, supervise, and mentor assistant coaches and support staff
• Coordinate scheduling of games, practices, travel, and equipment procurement
• Maintain and oversee practice and competition facilities
• Ensure timely completion of all administrative and compliance reporting
• Oversee all game day operations
• Represent Wiley University Athletics with professionalism and integrity
• Travel, including overnight and weekend commitments, as required
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Department Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Prior coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate or competitive level
• Strong knowledge of collegiate flag football rules and regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience building or leading a new athletic program
• Demonstrated success in recruiting and student-athlete development
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Comprehensive understanding of flag football strategy, player development, and recruiting • Ability to manage all aspects of program administration and compliance with NAIA and HBCUAC
• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to academic excellence and holistic student-athlete development • Ability to operate within university, conference, and national governing body regulations Physical Demands / Working Conditions
• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and working on a computer • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as require