Assistant Coach - Football

Who we are:

The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university situated on the coast of southern New England. It’s a diverse and vibrant community of more than 8,800 students with campuses around the country and around the world. Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career-focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety and public service. More than 100 academic programs are offered, all grounded in a long-standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project-based learning.

Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the Assistant Football Coach uses independent judgment and discretion, instruction, and education to train players on the rules, strategies, and techniques of and ensure that student-athletes understand, comply and abide by the rules and regulations of the NCAA and the University of New Haven.

You are:

• A strong leader with verbal and written communication, and motivational skills
• Able to teach and demonstrate the skills and strategies of the sport in an independent manner

You will:

• Using independent judgment and discretion, instruct, educate, and train student-athletes so they are properly prepared for competition.
• Educate athletes on safety rules and regulations specific to their sport to ensure compliance with NCAA and conference guidelines.
• Train, encourage and motivate student-athletes.
• Manage various issues with student-athletes in an effective and professional manner.
• Instruct and demonstrate proper game techniques, strategies, and use of equipment.
• Work closely with the Head Coach to evaluate the strengths and weakness of student-athletes and then develop programs and techniques to help optimize their skill and performance.
• Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting practice sessions using sound motor learning principles and sport specific techniques in preparing student-athletes to compete at maximum levels.
• Remain abreast of any changes in rules, techniques or equipment associated with the applicable sport.
• Identify, monitor, and recruit quality student-athletes that will be an asset to the University’s athletic program.
• Using a variety of technology resources, assist the Head Coach in the scouting of opposing teams and the development of scouting reports that are precise, accurate and easily communicated.
• Using technology and statistics, keep accurate records of players’ progress as related to performance in games and practices and use this information to help develop and train the student-athlete.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Previous playing and/or coaching experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong understanding of football strategies, tactics, and training methods.
• Strong leadership, verbal and written communication, and motivational skills.
• A demonstrated ability to successfully coach at the Division II level

What’s In It For You:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.
• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program
• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities
• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable