Assistant Football Coach – Special Teams/Recruiting Coordinator Contract

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Director of
Athletics and Head Football Coach, the assistant Football Coach: Special teams/Recruiting Coordinator must provide and support the strategic
leadership for the Football program while supporting the wider mission and goals of the University. The assistant coach is responsible for
all aspects of coaching the team specifically the Special teams as well a organizing the recruiting efforts of the staff. This includes
planning recruiting and recruiting visits, fitness training, practice, scheduling, and travel. The Coach will advocate for the importance of
the football program within the campus community, as well as the larger Kerrville community, and will serve as a role model of the high
standards expected of our students. A successful candidate will have experience recruiting students, as well as cultivating friends of the
various programs to meet enrollment and fundraising goals. The successful candidate should demonstrate and support a commitment and
sensitivity to diversity, gender equity, and equal opportunity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop a program
  that will be highly competitive annually within the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference.
• Successfully recruit and retain
  academically and athletically motivated student-athletes who will have a positive impact on the program and campus.
• Monitor and
  promote a highly successful academic atmosphere for student-athletes.
• Develop a culture of excellence where successful
  student-athletes will thrive and be engaged in the growth of the team and themselves.
• Plan and conduct team, offensive practices
  and workouts under the supervision of the head coach for traditional and non-traditional seasons.
• Help prepare (conference and
  non-conference) schedules for submission to Director of Athletics annually.
• Know and abide by the rules and policies of Schreiner
  University, SCAC, and NCAA.
• Work with athletics administration to manage all aspects of home contests, including coordination of
  facilities and officials.
• In conjunction with the head coach, make travel arrangements for road games and trips.
• Promote
  an atmosphere of academic excellence for student-athletes.
• Participate in conference meetings as necessary
• In conjunction
  with the head coach, ensure that all social media, roster and website needs are met in conjunction with the SU Sports Information
  Director
• In conjunction with the head coach, be responsible for the purchase, inventory, and maintenance (and repair if necessary)
  of uniforms, supplies, and equipment.
• In conjunction with the head coach, be responsible for athletes’ conduct on trips.
• In conjunction with the head coach, recommend athletes for awards.
• Develop a positive relationship with and play an active role
  in university and community events and programs.
• Work collaboratively with Student Services and Residence Life staff with respect
  to student needs and any issues related to student behavior.
• In conjunction with the head coach, collaborate with Director in
  establishing a fundraising plan for that meets the department’s annual fundraising goals and aligns with the University’s
  overall fundraising strategy
• In conjunction with the head coach, manage funds by staying within an annual budget which includes
  equipment, travel, facility, training, or related resource needs.
• Be responsible for processing business-related paperwork, such
  as: requisitions for purchase orders, travel forms, credit card purchases and receipts, travel advances, reimbursements, and other business
  forms.
• In coordination with auxiliary services and the other coaches, promote and manage a summer camp program that helps to
  achieve the fundraising goals of the department.
• Other duties as assigned from time to time by the Athletic Director and/or Dean of
  Students
• Maintain University Safety – To ensure that all filing cabinet drawers are shut when
  not in use, cords are not across floor without being securely fastened down, all walkways remain clear in the office and hallway with no
  items hanging off edges or coming out from under tables, and chairs are placed in unobtrusive areas. Monitor baseball facility for
  safety.
• Communications – Acts to facilitate good communications between employees, students,
  parents, and management through interpersonal and professional communication techniques.
• Confidentiality – Maintains the highest level of confidence concerning all matters in the Athletic
  Department. Does not discuss in any manner any information obtained through work.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Prior coaching experience preferred.
• Prior collegiate
  coaching experience preferred
• Prior recruiting experience if quality student-athletes preferred
• Proficiency in scheduling
  games, practice, and travel.
• Proficiency in preparation and management of budgets.
• Ability to relate to
  student-athletes
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as university team member.
• Ability to travel overnight with
  team.
• Ability to become certified in CPR, First Aid and AED (automatic external defibrillator)Updated annually.
• Knows and
  abides by policies of Schreiner University, SCAC and NCAA.
• Valid Coaching license throughout employment.
• Must have a valid
  Texas driver’s license, related insurance, and good driving record. Ability to obtain a CDL License is preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Out of town overnight travel for intercollegiate athletic contests, meetings,
  conferences and recruiting efforts using personal, university, or rental vehicle.
• Maintain general office hours in off season.
• Weekend and holiday work schedule when necessary.
• Occasional overtime work required during season and post season
  play/recruiting/meetings
• 90% walking or standing during season and practice