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Position Summary: Job Summary The Football Coach Intern reports to the Head Coach and may have a second report relative to an assigned secondary duty. The primary tasks are to assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the program including: plan practices and game strategies; game day responsibilities; and recruiting qualified student-athletes in concert with the academic mission of the University. In addition, a secondary responsibility will be assigned that could include: game management, intramural and club sports, facilities management, or strength & conditioning. The position appointment is for one year, renewable up to a total of three years. Specific Responsibilities
Assist the Head Coach in identifying and recruiting academically qualified student-athletes
Assist the Head Coach in both the off-campus and on-campus recruiting efforts
Assist the Head Coach in developing and conducting organized practices
Assist the Head Coach with game day responsibilities
Assist the Head Coach with fundraising opportunities
Assist the Head Coach in counseling student-athletes in a positive manner and serving as a positive role model to
all SU students on a daily basis
Adhere to all NCAA, conference and University rules and regulations
Develop positive rapport with athletics staff, as well as the entire SU community
Represent the university to various constituents in a professional manner
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach
Perform the secondary duty as assigned
Required Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Evidence of positive attitude and the ability to get along well with others required. Excellent speaking and writing skills necessary, as well as the ability to be a well-organized self-starter. Ability to use PC, windows platform, Hudl, general office equipment and equipment specific to the sport. Education Bachelor’s Degree required. Additional Requirement This position requires a valid driver’s license, the ability to drive and qualify under the university’s insurance carrier when driving a university and/or leased vehicle. Physical Demand Lifting, pulling, pushing: Exert up to 50 pounds for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Talking: Frequently convey detailed or important instructions and ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Benefits Eligible: Yes Number of Months: 10 months Other Number of Months: Full-Time/Part-Time: Work Schedule/Hours per Week: Posting Date: 01/11/2021 Closing Date: Open Until Filled: No Anticipated Start Date: Posting Number: AH00703
