Assistant Football Coach

Amherst•Amherst, MA

6d•$60,000 - $66,000

About The Position

Amherst College invites applications for the Assistant Football Coach position. The Assistant Football Coach is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $60,000-$66,000. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information. The Assistant Football Coach will report to the Head Coach and is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all phases of the Football Program, including the recruitment of a diverse set of student-athletes, assisting with daily operations, practice implementation, and other duties assigned by the Head Coach and Director of Athletics. Requires a variable schedule; night, weekend work, and overnight travel to away meets and tournaments will be required. The Assistant Coach takes appropriate actions to support a diverse student body and workforce and participates in the College’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Valid driver’s license to drive college vehicles to team competition when necessary. Requires successful completion of Five College Risk Management driver credentialing program. (See: https://www.fivecolleges.edu/riskmgmt/driver_credentialing)
1 to 3 years of related experience
Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience
An understanding of the role of intercollegiate athletics in a highly competitive academic environment
Successful completion of required reference and background checks
An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check

Responsibilities

Assist with coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student-athletes’ skills and teamwork
Analyze performance of teams and individuals and provide leadership and instruction
Assist in pre-season, in-season, and post-season training and practice planning
Participate in scouting and recruitment of a diverse set of prospective student-athletes
Help monitor the progress of prospective student-athletes’ application process
Help coordinate and organize potential student-athlete on-campus visits
Compliance with College, NESCAC, and NCAA rules and regulations
Work with the Head Coach to develop and strengthen team culture and create a diverse and inclusive program