General Manager of Football

Job Summary

The General Manager of Football is responsible for assisting the Head Football Coach. This position must adhere to all safety standards, ensure the well-being of student-athletes and support their academic success.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

The General Manager functions in the following roles:

• Assist the head coach in administering a highly competitive Division I Football Program
• Handles many aspects of the team, including the recruitment and advisement of players
• Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to their sport
• Evaluate and recruit qualified student-athletes
• Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the University, the SWAC and the NCAA with the utmost integrity
• Work cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department, always present the University positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and AAU coaches, media and general public
• Sets up recruiting visits between coaches and high school players and oversees student athletes’ housing and academic affairs once a recruit arrives on campus
• Serves as the liaison for the NFL Pro Day, football alumni, strength and conditioning staff, university facilities, and department’s sports information office
• Assist with scheduling community service events
• Organizes summer football camps
• Participates in fundraising and booster activities
• Promote student participation with all home games

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Two to five years experience in coaching on the high school or intercollegiate level.
• Effective written/oral communication
• Ability to work effectively with all collegiate personnel, students, alumni and community
• Sound judgement and maturity
• Must be knowledgeable of NCAA rules and regulations

• Master’s degree
• Previous experience in intercollegiate athletics

Supplemental Information

Applications without the following will not be considered complete.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcript(s) if applicable
• Curriculum Vitae if applicable

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