May 23, 2012
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Current Employment Opportunities

 

Division of Student Affairs

Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

Head Football Coach

 

 Western Connecticut State University is seeking applications for the position of Head Football Coach.  This is a full-time position which will begin during Spring, 2012. WCSU is committed to providing student-athletes with excellent academic and athletic experiences via hard work, campus and community involvement, and promoting the values of sportsmanship, integrity, and diversity. Additional information about WCSU can be found at www.wcsu.edu

 Responsibilities include but are not limited to, recruitment of student-athletes; game preparation; scheduling; supervision of assistant coaches; budget management; fundraising; monitoring the academic progress of team members; organizing and administering a successful Division III athletics program by ensuring compliance with NCAA and University policies; counseling team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters; and representing the WCSU Athletic Department at professional, civic, charity, and alumni events.

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree required. A minimum of five years coaching experience at the intercollegiate level is required. Experience as a coordinator is mandatory. Head-coaching experience is preferred.  Must have extensive recruiting experience, preferably in the New England, New York or New Jersey areas.  Previous experience in academic advisement is preferred. Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations as they apply to NCAA Football programs at the Division III level is required.  Extensive computer skills are required as is the ability to use Excel, Word, and Playmaker software. Excellent communication skills are required as is the ability to work effectively with diverse populations including students, administrators, faculty, and alumni.

Application Process: Prospective candidates may electronically apply by sending a letter of application, resume, and contact information of three (3) professional references to hrpositions@wcsu.edu Attn. Mr. Fred Cratty, Director of Employee Relations or by mail to WCSU, 181 White St., Danbury, CT 06810.  When applying electronically please submit your materials in one (1) complete file and not via multiple attachments.  Applications must be postmarked no later than Friday, February 17, 2012.

Western is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer

 

Campus Security Information: The security of all members of the campus

community is of vital concern to Western Connecticut State University. In compliance

with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics

Act, information concerning campus security can be found online at http://www.wcsu.edu/police/pdf/securityreport.pdf or may be requested from the

Western Connecticut State University’s Police Department (203-838-9304).