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CSL Athletics and Recreation

About the Department

The University of Chicago is one of the nation\'s leading institutions of higher education and research. Campus and Student Life (CSL) is comprised of 20 departments that serve the University\'s 17,500 college, graduate, and professional school students, as well as the campus community more broadly. CSL is importantly charged with the dual task of supporting all students in the University, graduate and undergraduate, and managing multiple campus departments and services that serve the entire campus community. CSL\'s programs and services focus on supporting student academic success, providing opportunities for personal growth and leadership development, developing community and engagement through the residential housing and dining program, and in areas such as artistic expression, spiritual exploration, and athletic competition. The University of Chicago community includes approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 10,500 graduate, professional, and other students and there are over 400 recognized student organizations working together to create a vibrant and dynamic student life.

The University of Chicago is a member of the University Athletic Association and the NCAA (Division III). The University sponsors 20 varsity sports. The Department of Athletics & Recreation maintains an environment that supports the student athletes\' commitment to thriving academically and athletically. A diverse, challenging athletic program supplements the rigorous academic curriculum. The lessons learned through athletic endeavors represent an invaluable part of the nonacademic aspects of a holistic education. Achieving this goal is based on a commitment to excellence.

Job Summary

The Head Football Coach is responsible for the organization, direction, and administration of all facets of a competitive NCAA Division III football program. This includes coaching, organizing and planning practices and game strategies, managing the football staff, recruiting quality student athletes, scouting, administering and coaching summer camps, fundraising, administering operating budget, compliance, and program management (e.g. scheduling and planning team travel), all in compliance with University, Conference and NCAA rules and regulations.

The Head Football Coach also provides leadership in the personal, academic and athletic development of student athletes and will work with the Director of Athletics and Recreation to support the overall mission and vision of the University of Chicago.

Responsibilities

Maintain collaborative working relationships with administrators and coaches in the department, the University, the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid, the Office of Alumni Relations and Development and other individuals interested in the sports program.

Possess a thorough knowledge of and commitment to compliance with the rules, regulations and policies of the University of Chicago, the NCAA, the UAA and the Midwest Conference and demonstrated professional integrity.

Develop and execute a strategy for building a competitive football team. Implement plans and strategies during practices and competition by teaching and coaching student athletes.

Oversee the plan for each football season, including competitive schedule and practices, i.e., facilities, officials, practice schedule, supervise travel arrangement for away competition and strategize for subsequent games.

Demonstrate a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities for student athletes.

Counsel team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters; consult with University administration and faculty for resolution of problems as required.

Provide leadership and instruction in the per onal and athletic development of student athletes.

In conjunction with strength staff, develop training and conditioning program; organize all practice sessions to enhance team performance. Evaluate individual performance and provide leadership and instruction in areas of deficiency as required.

Conceive, implement, and supervise strategies to recruit academically talented prospective Division III student athletes in the football program through scouting, attending tournaments, film review, high school and home visits, in accordance with NCAA rules and regulations. Initiates the submission of applications and handles the matriculation of prospective student athletes.

Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and other staff as assigned. Direct and coordinate the activities of the assistant football coaches in the planning, organizing, and coaching of the football team; ensure compliance with University, Conference, and NCAA policies and regulations.

Direct the football staff in the preparation of analyses of opposing teams; analyze game statistics and tactical data of competition and prepare game plans accordingly.

Manage operating budget. Determine fiscal requirements and prepare budgetary recommendations; monitor, v