Special Assistant to the Head Football Coach
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Job Location:
Storrs, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY
The University of Connecticut is accepting applications and nominations for the full-time position of Special Assistant to the Head Football Coach.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assisting the Head Football Coach in the overall scope of managing the football program; oversight of the planning and execution of the football operations; assist with all mentorship and professional development programs for football student-athletes; provide instruction to student-athletes on developing leadership skills and building professional networking connections/skills; providing support for practice and game preparation including attending meetings related to coaching activities which include game analysis and review of game film; assisting as needed with data collection including the tracking of team performance statistics during competitions and practice sessions; assist the General Manager with communication efforts with prospective student-athletes and their families; and other program duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree required.
- Knowledge of the correct application of NCAA regulations.
- Strong commitment to the academic goals of the University.
- Excellent organizational communication and public relations skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters degree.
- Experience working with a Division I FBS athletic department.
- Previous experience as an academic support assistant.
- Previous collegiate playing experience.
- Previous experience working with football student-athletes.
- Possesses coaching and student-athlete development philosophies consistent with those of the Division of Athletics and its football program.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
The University offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn and a highly desirable work additional information regarding benefits visit: Salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at Faculty and Staff Positions Search #499382 and submit the following application materials: resume cover letterand contact information forthree (3) professional references.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on December 21 2025.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of and contribute to an inclusive respectful and diverse environment for the University community.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employees unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Data Entry
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management
- Data Collection
- Special Education
- Personal Injury Law
- Special Needs
- Experience with Children
- Human Resources
- Tube Feeding
- Word Processing
- Writing Skills
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