Head Women’s Flag Football Coach

Head Women’s Flag Football Coach
University of South Carolina Upstate
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Spartanburg, SC

The Women’s Flag Football Head Coach is responsible for the overall administration and success of the Women’s Flag Football Program. The primary purpose is to recruit student-athletes, schedule opponents, organize training, plan practices, prepare and implement game plans, and administer team rules and regulations for the women’s flag football program.

• Coordination of practice, team activities, game planning and coaching. Teaching student-athletes the various skills, techniques and knowledge required of flag football. Mentor student athletes on values of teamwork and sportsmanship and rules and policies for the team. Conducting practices and training in a safe, positive environment.
• Recruiting- This function serves as the primary means to establish a competitive team. The coach needs to be knowledgeable of all Big South Conference & NCAA rules and regulations and the requirements for the admissions to our institution. The coach is expected to recruit student-athletes of good character, academically prepared and of a quality skill level needed to be competitive.
• Team Travel- This involves coordination of scheduling contests, making arrangements for transportation, meals and lodging for the travel group.
• Budget Control- This involves monitoring and planning the use of the Women’s Flag Football budgets related to recruiting, team travel, purchasing uniforms and equipment.
• Educate student athletes and assistant coaches on field maintenance, upkeep of equipment.
• Fundraising & Community Engagement: This involves efforts to cultivate relationships throughout the community and region to help promote the program and gain financial support for the women’s flag football program. Also includes lending support toward all departmental fundraising activities.
• Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and student assistants.
• Other duties as assigned by Athletics Director.

Qualifications: Requires a bachelor’s degree and 3 or more years of coaching and/or playing experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience. A good driving record, valid driver’s license, and successful background check are required. Evening and weekend hours, as needed. Ability to travel, may include overnight, as needed.

Preferred experience includes knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, exceptional interpersonal skills, computer skills, and strong written and oral communication skills.

Salary: $40,000; Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

For more information and/or to apply, go to https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/201950

The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.