Women's Flag Football- Head Coach and Assistant Athletic Operations

PennWest California is seeking applications for a Head Flag Football Coach who will also work as an Assistant Athletic Operations Director. The successful candidate is responsible for all aspects in leading a competitive Division II program to include but not limited to: recruitment of qualified student-athletes, hiring and supervision of assistant coach, game scheduling, coaching (practice and in competition), organizing camps and clinics in support of California Flag Football, and develop championship teams while maintaining ethical standards. Responsible for managing the budgets of the program including creating a budget, making travel arrangements, and reconciling all receipts after return within the timeframe outlined by the university. Must be committed and manage the program with the guidelines of the NCAA, PSAC, and PennWest California athletic policies and procedures.

· Recruit appropriately qualified student-athletes which would include maintaining a database, observing practices and games, hosting on campus visits, initiate and respond to emails, phone calls, and mailings.

· Demonstrate advanced knowledge of Flag Football that has been acquired by significant experience coaching or playing in a post-secondary environment commensurate experience.

· Train and coach the Women’s Flag Football team. Ability to teach fundamental skills and techniques, while preparing, leading, and executing practice and game plans for both championship and non-championship seasons.

· Monitor the budget of the program, order and maintain athletic equipment, monitor expenditures to maintain a balanced budget. Provide reports to the Director of Athletics as requested.

· Participate in fundraising, community service, and engagement programs assigned and/or coordinated by the Department of Athletics.

· Monitor the athletic scholarship budget of the program, complete procedures to award athletic scholarships, and maintain a balanced budget in scholarships.

· Develop an appropriate schedule for competition and make all necessary arrangements (i.e. transportation, meals, lodging, etc.)

· Work cooperatively with athletic personnel, attend department meetings and activities.

· Meet with potential students as designated by the Office of Admissions when recruiting.

· Work with Director of Athletic Communication to update rosters, report results of competition, and promote the sport through different avenues including nominating athletes for post season awards through sport affiliation.

· Recruit student-athletes and monitor roster and athletic enrollment goals established by the university and athletic department.

· Work with the Director of Athletics on a list of all potential student-athletes during recruiting to determine eligibility.

· The Head Coach will be evaluated based on the competitiveness of the program, overall student-athlete development by way of a meaningful educational experience for student-athletes, and for establishing a sport culture in which he/she is viewed by the student athletes as a mentor, educator, and role model.

· Monitor the academic progress of students and provide encouragement, support, and referral assistance as appropriate.

· Utilizes ARMs, HUB, and NCAA software applications to successfully run and manage the program. Submits all forms in a timely manner as outlined in department policies.

· Builds and fosters relationships with local, regional, and national high schools.

· Represents the college positively when interacting with community, alumni, high school, club coaches, and media.

· Implement and develop fundraising strategies through booster clubs, camps, and other projects to support the program.

· Submits all compliance paperwork in a timely manner.

· Builds and sustains positive relationships with student-athletes, former players, faculty, alumni, and staff

· The Head Coach is responsible for supporting the philosophy, goals, and mission of the University and its intercollegiate athletic program as well as adherence to Department, University, Conference and NCAA policies and procedures.
· Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations preferred
· Ability to work effectively with coaches, students, faculty, administration, alumni, and the community

· Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to problem solve.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail and keep specific timelines.
· Required to travel and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
· Utilize summer camps, clinics, and other initiatives to fundraise for the women’s flag football program

· As Assistant Athletic Operations, the candidate will: help to set up for home athletic events or practices including field lining, field grooming, and preparation, helping to set up for camps and clinics or outside groups who will be utilizing athletic facilities, greeting visiting teams, and officials, directing student workforce, acting as a game day administrator at events which may include university events, high school events, summer camps, and other events which would utilize university facilities.

· Additional duties assigned.

· Possess a valid driver’s license

· Bachelors Degree required.
· 2 years of relevant sport coaching

 

· Possess a valid driver’s license

Must be able to demonstrate skills and plays of sport.

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PennWest University’s Office of Community, Opportunity, Responsibility, and Engagement (CORE) provides strategic leadership in fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Through comprehensive programs and collaborative partnerships, CORE advances student success, cultivates academic and leadership development, and strengthens community engagement in alignment with the university’s mission.

To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, ADA Coordinator, asalsgiver@pennwest.edu; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email asalsgiver@pennwest.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.