Position Title:Coach Intern for Football
Position Approval Date:02/18/2025
Is this position budgeted?:Yes
Is this position an essential position?:Yes
About Susquehanna:Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.
The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing — and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive — present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.
Position Summary:Job SummaryThe Football Coach Intern reports to the Head Coach and may have a second report relative to an assigned secondary duty. The primary tasks are to assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the program including plan practices and game strategies; game day responsibilities; and recruiting qualified student-athletes in concert with the academic mission of the University. In addition, a secondary responsibility will be assigned that could include game management, intramural and club sports, facilities management, or strength & conditioning. The position appointment is for one year, renewable up to a total of three years. This position is defined as a non-exempt position under FLSA regulations.
Specific Responsibilities
- Assist the Head Coach in identifying and recruiting academically qualified student-athletes
- Assist the Head Coach in both the off-campus and on-campus recruiting efforts
- Assist the Head Coach in developing and conducting organized practices
- Assist the Head Coach with game day responsibilities
- Assist the Head Coach with fundraising opportunities
- Assist the Head Coach in counseling student-athletes in a positive manner and serving as a positive role model to all SU students on a daily basis
- Adhere to all NCAA, conference and University rules and regulations
- Develop positive rapport with athletics staff, as well as the entire SU community
- Represent the university to various constituents in a professional manner
Required Qualifications:Education Bachelor’s Degree required. ExperiencePlaying or coaching experience on a collegiate level preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, AbilitiesDeep understanding of and passion for the game of Football; Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to build strong collaborative relationships. Requires ability to multi-task and attend to detail. Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with current students and parents, prospective students and parents, and staff and faculty in a professional manner. Ability to use technology and equipment specific to the sport.
Additional RequirementsThis position requires a valid driver’s license, the ability to drive and qualify under the university’s insurance carrier when driving a university and/or leased vehicle. CPR, AED and First Aid certification is preferred.
Physical DemandPosition requires the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Position requires the ability to move about the campus. Position requires the ability to talk and to hear instruction ability to frequently convey detailed or important instructions and ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly. Position requires lifting, pulling, pushing: Exert up to 50 pounds for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires travel. Work is indoors and outdoors.
Preferred Qualifications:ExperiencePlaying or coaching experience on a collegiate level preferred. CPR, AED and First Aid certification is preferred.
Benefits Eligible:Yes
Number of Months:10 months
Status:Full-Time Benefits Eligible
Posting Date:02/19/2025
Closing Date:02/23/2025
Full-Time/Part-Time:Full Time
Open Until Filled:No
Posting Number:AH01361
