Assistant Football Coach

Overview

Mount Marty University is pleased to accept applicants for an Assistant Football Coach. This is an exempt, full-time position and must adhere to the regulations stipulated in the Mount Marty University Handbook. The Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting the Head Coach in program organization, practice and competition preparation, and recruitment. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and mentoring skills, with a proven ability to foster a team culture that is both disciplined and caring.

• Coaching (50%)
  • Instruct, teach and coach student-athletes during practice and competition.
  • Conduct video analysis and instruction as a teaching and preparation tool.
  • Plans practice and competition strategy.
• Recruiting (30%)
  • Identifies, evaluates and recruits potential team members to MMU.
  • Retains current MMU students as team members.
  • Ensures the program meets annual squad size goals.
  • Ensures program recruiting activities adhere to University and NAIA policies and procedures.
• Administration (20%)
  • Ensures ongoing eligibility of student-athletes in the football program and monitor their academic progress.
  • Supervises the assistant coaches.
  • Effectively manages fiscal resources to coordinate team travel and recruiting.
  • Ensures the program participates in at least one "Champions of Character" activity annually.
  • Participates in campus service and leadership opportunities, serving in at least three annually.
  • Represents the University at regional, state and national conferences or meetings relating specifically to football.
  • Works with SID to provide accurate data for individual and team accomplishments.
  • Provides reports and documentation when required by the Director of Athletics.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Head Football Coach.

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• Master’s Degree (preferred)
• Minimum of three years of coaching and recruiting experience
• Active First Aid/CPR certification, valid driver’s license, and must complete online NAIA Champions of Character Character-Driven Coaches course
• Demonstrate teamwork, team building and organizational skills
• Commitment to the mission of Mount Marty University

Applicants must submit a letter of application, resume, and the names of three references through the online application system. The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until filled.

Located on a beautifully maintained 80-acre campus along the bluffs of the Missouri River, Mount Marty's hallmark is outstanding teaching, small class size, and a strong commitment to the liberal arts in the Catholic Benedictine tradition. The University has been noted regionally for its strong nursing programs. The campus is minutes away from Lewis & Clark Lake, one of South Dakota's most popular recreation areas, and is within driving distance of the Twin Cities and Omaha.

More detailed information about Mount Marty University including the mission statement, can be found at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu