Assistant Coach, Football – Offensive and Recruitment

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Job Summary

Reporting to the Head Coach the incumbent is responsible for assisting with the planning and implementation of the football program at Queens University.

Under the direction of the Head Coach this position collaborates with other members of the Athletics and Recreation department to ensure the appropriate level of service and support is provided to the team. Participating as a member of the High Performance Sport unit the incumbent works in close cooperation with the Manager High Performance Sport Operations and Compliance and Manager Athlete Education Training and Leadership Development on the day-to-day operation of the program.

The incumbent assists in creating a departmental culture that embraces and supports athletes coaches and teams in the pursuit of excellence and contributes to the formulation of programs and services that support general program development and the holistic needs of inter-university athletes.

In addition to sport specific coaching duties the incumbent will assume supporting roles in the development and implementation of education training special projects and/or administrative functions that support evolving sport trends programs and services within high performance sport which enhance the holistic needs of student-athletes and the overall high performance environment.

Community interaction and revenue generation is a key strategic priority for Athletics and Recreation (A&R). This will require close interaction with all other units within the Athletic and Recreation department as well as the Alumni the Office of Advancement community partners media and other related business and sport groups in the Kingston area.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coaching (approx. 75%)
Promotes a culture of inclusion that embodies A&R values with a commitment to the universitys equity diversity accessibility and inclusion initiatives designed to foster an inclusive supportive and welcoming work environment for individuals with diverse backgrounds and identities.
Under the direction of the Head Coach perform coaching duties as assigned in a manner that is consistent with the operation of a successful inter-university sport program including involvement in: team selection team and individual goal setting; individual skill acquisition and refinement programs; in/off season strength and conditioning programs; input into season planning offensive tactical and technical preparation; practice planning preparation and implementation; game preparation management and evaluation; scouting tape breakdown and evaluation; establishing athlete performance targets evaluation framework and feedback mechanism; program evaluation maintenance of regular contact with athletes etc. This position will be the lead assistant to the offensive coordinator.
Assist with the implementation of a comprehensive and effective national athlete recruitment strategy and plan. Take on a key role in coordinating recruiting efforts for the football program.
Stay current with knowledge trends and practices that are necessary to assist with building and maintaining a nationally competitive program. Where requested attend league meetings ensure compliance with all league regulations maintain positive relationships with other sport governing bodies at the local regional provincial national and professional levels.
Provide administrative assistance and support attending meetings and where requested assist on the day-to-day requirements of the program.
Under the direction of the Head Coach ensure that training competition and use of equipment is conducted in a safe manner.
Maintain a high profile in the sport locally provincially and nationally acting as an ambassador and resource representing the team and university in public speaking appearance clinics camps (etc.) Enhance the visibility and image of and the program and university to contribute to the overall sport development in the community region province.
Upon request assist the Marketing Communication and Events Unit collaborate on the development and implementation of a comprehensive sport promotion plan as part of the sports high-performance plan. The plan shall include strategies for marketing communication and promotion of the program building campus and community awareness of team personnel/schedule attendance at games and competitions engaging alumni and booster clubs in fundraising initiatives activating team personnel in events that promote and raise revenues in support of the team and A&R in general.
As directed by the Head Coach assist other members of the A&R units to support athlete performance in each of their respective areas such as injury prevention management and rehabilitation development of individual strength and conditioning programs academic support programs (Student-Athlete Academic Mentoring) etc.
Assist in fundraising activities and programs in support of the program (i.e. summer camps technical clinics summer leagues fundraising tournaments alumni fundraising initiatives participate in events that promote and raise revenues etc.).
Interact with and support other varsity team programs participate in department initiatives attend department events/activities.
Promote diversity equity and inclusion in sport and in the workplace
Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Leadership and Services (approx. 25%)
The assistant coach is an integral member of the A&R team and as such is expected to support the priorities and initiatives of the department participate in department activities attend events and contribute to the work of the department.
At the request of the Director assumes supporting roles in the development and implementation of education training special projects and/or administrative function that support evolving sport trends programs and services within high performance sport which enhance the holistic needs of student-athlete and the overall high performance environment. (i.e. A&R priorities I-EDIAA/Safe Sport academic mentoring & support S&C coach professional development varsity sports operations A&R operations etc.)
Where requested serves on departmental or campus committees working groups and/or task forces.
Other duties as assigned by the Director or Executive Director Athletics & Recreation

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 3-year post-secondary education preferably in Physical Education Kinesiology Sport Administration or Sport Management. University degree preferred.
Previous coaching experience (3 years) working win a provincial and/or national high performance sport environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of sport coaching systems and strategies the ability to teach/coach/prepare for practice and competitions at an elite level in the sport they are coaching.
Experience dealing with and developing 18-25 year old high performance athletes towards provincial national and international standards.
Fully certified as a Performance Coach (i.e. Level 3 equivalent) NCCP and actively pursuing Advanced Performance Coach or High-Performance Coach (i.e. Level 4/5) status preferred.
Demonstrated leadership program development and athlete development skills at a high performance level.
The successful candidate must be (or become upon hiring) a Chartered Professional Coach (ChPCs) or Registered Coach with the Coaching Association of Canada preferred.
Satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening required.
Valid Province of Ontario Class G drivers license required.
Consideration may be given for the equivalent combination of education and experience.

SPECIAL SKILLS:
Advocates/lives A&Rs core values of integrity inclusivity accountability collaboration and service.
Demonstrates commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where there is mutual respect and collaboration amongst all stakeholders.
Strong customer service orientation with a demonstrated passion for the university and its people.
Must have full technical knowledge a demonstrated ability to analyze and be current in all of the rules and regulation that govern the sport they are coaching.
Knowledge and experience with game analysis programs and equipment.
Demonstrated skills/abilities in planning and organizing taking initiative problem solving and exercising good judgment. Ability to maintain tact and composure in a highly competitive environment.
Demonstrated strong leadership and team building skills. Teamwork and team building are essential to this roles and the ability to collaborate within a collegial environment is paramount.
Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills; instructional coaching and motivating skills; influencing and team building skills. Including the ability to think creatively and work in a team-based environment.
Must be service-oriented and capable of dealing with a wide variety of constituents.
A proven ability to elicit and foster trust develop positive working relationships and work effectively with other coaches and athletes.
Ability to facilitate groups of people to work towards and succeed with shared goals.
Ability to exercise discretion good judgement and solid decision-making.
Organizational skills and time management abilities are essential. The incumbent must be result oriented assuming responsibility for development implementation and completion of projects/initiatives.
Knowledge of the university environment rules regulations process and administration is desirable.
Proficiency in computer software applications including all Microsoft programs.

DECISION MAKING:
Athlete identification recruitment selection playing time.
Team tactics strategies practices and competition schedules.
Athlete development principles skill progression on/off season training and conditioning.
Must become knowledgeable in the OUA and U SPORTS rules that govern the sport programs around recruiting athletic scholarship eligibility compliance rules.
Setting and monitoring individual/team goals expectations conduct and discipline.
Decision on prioritizing ones own duties and responsibilities.
Must be able to act in the absence of the head coach.
Make recommendations regarding risk management and sport promotion plans.

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