Athletic Coach I Men’s Football Assistant Coach Contract

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced
Athletic Coach I Men’s Football Assistant Coach at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public,
urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality
education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational
opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job
duties):

Job Purpose

Wayne State University, an NCAA Division II member, located in the cultural
district of Detroit, invites applications for the position of Assistant Athletic Coach I Men’s Football.

Responsibilities will
include administering all phases of the intercollegiate program including, but not limited to, the recruitment of quality student-athletes;
teaching and instruction of skills and techniques inherent in the highest level of competitive play; scheduling; organizing and conducting
practices/competitions; budget management; overseeing student-athletes’ academic progress; fundraising; community involvement; and
compliance with NCAA, GLIAC and Wayne State University rules and regulations all while incorporating the department’s strategic goals and
on-going initiatives.

Essential Functions

Demonstrate an ability to teach and develop student-athletes to
represent the University and department with an emphasis on good character, a winning attitude and the professional standards expected by
the department.

Responsible for teaching advance level skills and game strategies.

Assist in the planning, preparation, &
scheduling of games with direction of head coach, including travel.

Will work with the strength and conditioning staff to develop and
condition student-athletes.

Work collaboratively with training staff, academic resource personnel and compliance staff.

Proven
ability to recruit high caliber student-athletes with an emphasis on the urban setting and the University’s strong academic standards
reflected in its Carnegie I profile.

Demonstrate good judgment in advising and counseling student athletes including working with the
department’s academic services unit to graduate student-athletes.

Adheres to the NCAA and Conference legislative/interpretative
requirements and understands which reflects strong ethical conduct and control.

Maintain a positive and informed approach with the
athletic department’s many internal complimentary services including: academic support, development, strength and conditioning, training
staff and sport coordinator. Expected to be actively part the unit’s head coaching leadership profile.

Perform other duties as
assigned.

WORK CONTEXT

Job Reports to: Vice President/AVP/Dean.

Customer Accountability: Interfaces
with customers inside the S/C/D.

Freedom to Act: Subject to regular review by supervisor.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s
degree required; master’s degree preferred.

Under the NCAA Bylaw 11.1.6 Sports-Safety Training, each head coach and all other coaches
who are employed full-time at an institution shall maintain current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and
automatic external defibrillator (AED) use.

Experience

Proven record of recruiting highly competitive and
academically prepared student-athletes.

Knowledge and specialization in intercollegiate coaching required.

Proven ability to
work with head coach to direct, manage and prepare an intercollegiate athletics team.

Must have strong team-building and management
skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with various university constituents.

Must have ability to work across academic and
administrative departments in a cooperative manner.

Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Must have
demonstrated experience in program development, management and leadership.

Special Requirements

Qualified
applicants must have the availability to work evenings and weekends.

This is an AAUP represented position.

Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities

SUPERVISORY SKILLS – Ability to set clear direction and manage workflow. Strong mentoring
skills.

BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE – Knowledge of and adherence to all NCAA II rules, policies and procedures.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS-
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

TEAM LEADERSHIP SKILLS – Ability to direct, manage and prepare an intercollegiate
athletics team.

PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS – Decision making and creative problem solving skills to identify and pursue development
opportunities and respond to emergency situations.

ANALYTICAL SKILLS – Judgment and analytic skills to maintain facilities and
equipment, plan preventive maintenance.

TEAMWORK- Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues within the division and other
units.

School/College/Division:

H90 – Athletics

Primary department:

H9001 –
Athletics

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category:
  Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary

Working
conditions:

Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit where
students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high quality education. Our deep rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration,
integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities preparing students for success in a diverse, global
society. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color, and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative
action/equal opportunity employer.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 3
• Reposted position:
  No

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to
undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will
inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University
provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented
people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.