Assistant Football Coach(es)

About SUNY Maritime College:

SUNY Maritime College located on a 55-acre scenic waterfront property on the outskirts of New York City on the Throggs Neck peninsula where the East River meets Long Island Sound. The campus blends the best of two worlds: a comfortable college-town feel with the greatest city in the world. An impressive view of the sound extends toward the North Atlantic, yet only a few miles away are Yankee Stadium and midtown Manhattan. SUNY Maritime offers an array of employment opportunities stemming from entry level to professional positions which encourage growth and development among its employees.

The State University of New York Maritime College is an undergraduate and graduate institution focused on engineering, business, science, and maritime transportation. SUNY Maritime College was founded in 1874 and holds the distinction of being the first and largest maritime school in the United States.

Facts-at-a-Glance

Founded 1874

• A four-year college of the 64-campus State University of New York (SUNY)
• The oldest and largest maritime college in the country
• Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture programs are ABET accredited
• Home of the Empire State VII
• Cadets travel to at least 12 foreign countries during three Summer Sea Terms
• NCAA Division III member of the Skyline Conference and ECFC for Football

Job Description:

POSITION DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:

• Assist in the implementation of the sport training and instructional program under the direction of the head coach by providing sport skill instruction, assist in the conduct of practice sessions, performing game-related duties, and motivating players to give their best efforts
• Recruit prospective student-athletes effectively as assigned by and under the direction of the head coach
• Serve as a liaison with academic support personnel in support of players' academic efforts
• Serve as a liaison with athletic training and strength and conditioning staff in support of conditioning and rehabilitation of players
• Demonstrate a sincere interest in the personal and academic development, as well as athletic progress, of student-athletes
• Exhibit good writing and speaking abilities
• Exhibit supportive and cooperative behavior in pursuit of sport program goals set by the head coach
• Efficiently and effectively complete all assignments provided by the head coach
• Accept constructive criticism and demonstrate professional growth under the supervision of the head coach
• Exhibit good judgment and professional behavior in advising and counseling student-athletes
• Conform to the highest standards of professional conduct regarding compliance with department and institutional policies and procedures and adherence to the rules and regulations of athletic governance organizations of which the institution is a member
• Contribute to the maintenance of good working relationships with all staff, student-athletes, and external constituents through (a) a positive and constructive approach to all tasks, (b) respect for the competencies of others, and (c) appropriate conflict resolution behavior

Athletic Department/Campus Administrative Support:

• Events, Scheduling, Facilities, Transportation, Student Employment, Admissions, Regiment
• Fundraising activities
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings for full-time employees
• Home event supervision duties as assigned
• Completion of Campus Security Authority Training, HR Module Training, Van Driver Certification, NCAA Exam
• All other duties assigned by the Athletic Director

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Demonstrated football coaching experience
• Have knowledge of NCAA Division III rules
• Excellent interpersonal, teaching and communication skills are essential
• Ability to recruit student-athletes, develop successful programs and maintain operations (budget, equipment ordering, NCAA eligibility, game management, etc.)
• Possession of a valid Driver's License. Must have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Football coaching experience at the intercollegiate level
• Possess a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in physical education or related area
• Coaching certification from national agency of issuance
• Exhibit prior experience with student-athlete recruitment or the evidence of potential for success in recruitment
• Demonstrate evidence of ability to work well with college-age student-athletes and proven ability to perform administrative aspects of the program
• Current Certification in First Aid, AED, and CPR

Additional Information:

Classification/Salary Range: This position is a college year (10 months) part-time UUP position. The anticipated salary for the position is $5,000.00 - $8,000. Review of applications will commence immediately and conclude when position is filled. For more information about benefits please see the UUP-PT-Benefits-at-a-Glance. Review of applications to commence immediately and conclude when the position is filled.

Special Notes: FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously.

Budget Title: Assistant Coach

Local Title: Assistant Football Coach(es)

SUNY Maritime College is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled/Affirmative Action employer, committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For our full non-discrimination statement, see: http://www.sunymaritime.edu/affirmative-action.

SUNY Maritime College is committed to maintaining a safe environment for its students, faculty, staff, volunteers and the general public that use our facilities. Therefore, in order to ensure the hiring of employees of the highest integrity and to maintain a safe campus community, SUNY Maritime College will conduct pre-employment background investigations on all individuals for whom employment is to be offered.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request by calling (718) 409-7305. It can also be viewed online by selecting University Police > Safety Information > Clery Safety Report (Annual Security & File Safety).

Application Instructions:

Persons interested in the above position should apply online. Please submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance Maritime's commitment to inclusive excellence
• Names and contact information of three professional references

Returning Applicants - Login to your SUNY Maritime Careers Account to check your completed application, check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents.