Assistant Head Football Coach (Special Teams Coordinator/Wide Receivers Coach)

28-Feb-2024

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

65181BR

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Head Coach, the Coordinator serves as the leader of specific, functional area(s). They plan and direct all aspects of the functional area(s) in alignment with the Head Coach’s goals, vision, and strategic direction.

The purpose of this position is to use athletics as a tool to educate college students. By using inter-collegiate competition and all activities related to such competition, this position serves as a teacher and mentor to help build student character, prepare students for a constructive and effective life, and teach valuable life lessons including work ethic; discipline; resilience; persistence; teamwork and selflessness; goal-setting and goal achievement; overcoming adversity; and leadership. This position typically influences student-athletes for their entire four years at Harvard and plays a key role in shaping their personal development.   

The Coordinator is second in line behind the Head Coach in the coaching hierarchy. This position oversees the Special Teams unit and Wide Receivers.

This is a one-year term position with an end date on January 31, 2025, renewable at the discretion of the Head Coach and the Athletics Director. 

Position Description

1.       Athlete Team Management

• For functional area, plans and directs practices and in-game coaching to strategically develop student-athlete skills; responsible for impact of functional area on team performance.
• For functional area, scouts opponents and develops strategies including through extensive video analysis.
• Supports culture of education through athletics; ensures student-athletes assigned to functional area receive meaningful direction and support from coaching staff.
• Assists in developing and executing student-athlete recruitment and retention strategy for functional area that aligns with values of excellence and inclusion; responsible for strategy’s impact on team performance.
• Credibly and effectively leads and communicates with student athletes. Mentors student athletes in embracing leadership roles.
• Assists in academic integration with team.

2.        Operational Complexity

• Assists in the development and execution of team strategy, logistics and operational direction for specific team function.
• Operates within budget.
• Maintains compliance with University, Ivy League, NCAA and other rules and regulations.
• Leads and directs less-experienced position coaches in implementing objectives.
• Participates in professional development activities; identifies trends and innovation opportunities.
• Assists head coach in identifying and resolving problems, which may be of a complex nature and may require intricate solutions that impact the team.
• Communicates effectively with the Head Coach and athletics administrators.

3.       Communication & Influence

• Assists Head Coach in maintaining and cultivating positive media interest.
• May assist Head Coach in preparation for media interviews.
• Requires the ability to influence positively public interest where applicable.

Harvard University, an FCS Division 1 Institution, is currently looking to hire a Special Teams Coordinator/Wide Receivers Coach. This Coordinator will work closely with the head coach and staff, with primary responsibilities focusing on instructing special teams players and wide receivers.

In addition, the Coordinator will:

• Help instruct and develop student athletes.
• Assist in making strategic decisions in contest situations.
• Support the strength and conditioning of the athletes.
• Be responsible for recruiting for a specific geographic area.
• Handle administrative responsibilities associated with the program operations.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Requires at least 5 years of football coaching experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Requires substantial mastery of sport-specific and team function-specific knowledge, as well as knowledge of relevant issues.
• Understands and embraces the philosophy, principles and policies of college athletics (including the University Conflict of Interest and Commitment policy).
• Requires advanced management and leadership knowledge.

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid driver's license needed.
• CPR and First Aid required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift equipment associated with the sport.

Working Conditions

• Evening and weekend work required.
• Job requires work in extreme environmental conditions, including extreme heat and cold, rain, and high levels of noise.

Working Format: on-site

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Additional Information

Harvard is a highly selective liberal arts college whose mission is to educate citizens and citizen-leaders for our leaders for our society. The College is a residential institution of nearly 7,000 undergraduates and is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Harvard is deeply committed to the intellectual, social and personal transformation of its undergraduates during their four years at Harvard.

The Department of Athletics offers 42 varsity programs for men and women, more than any other Division I school in the United States. We also offer extensive recreational and intramural programs.

Harvard employees have access to a competitive benefits package that includes multiple options for the health and well-being of our employees as well as ongoing professional development.

All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources. We regret that, due to the number of responses we typically receive, we may be unable to respond to phone calls or contact personally those applicants not selected for an interview.

We actively seek and welcome applications from diverse candidates and from those with a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society.

Work Format Details

This position is based primarily on-campus, in Massachusetts. This may include in-person during emergency situations (if applicable). Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards ) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Department Office Location

USA - MA - Boston

Job Code

AT2000 Assistant Coach

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Appointment End Date

31-Jan-2025

Pre-Employment Screening

Criminal, DMV, Education, Identity

Schedule

Evening and weekend work required.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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