New Mexico Highlands Looking for HC

Where: New Mexico Highland University
Location: Las Vegas, NM
Website: http://www.nmhucowboys.com/

Posting Date: November 27, 2007
Closing Date: Open until filled
Position: Head Football Coach
Department: Athletics
Job Type: Regular Full-Time, FLSA Exempt
Salary: Commensurate with experience

This position is open to the public.

SUMMARY:

Directs, provides leadership, and oversees all coaching duties for the Football Program. Directs and coordinates all aspects of recruitment and training for athletic competition and oversees the planning of the program activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Responsible for the overall success, performance, and conduct of NMHU?s NCAA Division II Football program in the areas of academics, athletics, and student athlete conduct.
- Supervise, plan, and coordinate the activities of the football program.
- Hire, manage, and evaluate the assistant coaching staff.
- Recruit student athletes in accordance with NCAA, RMAC, and NMHU rules and regulations.
- Promote and represent the Football program, the Athletics Department, and New Mexico Highlands University through marketing and public relations activities.
- Develop, coordinate, and execute fundraising activities.
- Manage all aspects of the financial operation of the football program.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years football coaching experience required. Demonstrated successful collegiate coaching experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Knowledge of athletic recruitment methods and techniques.
- Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
- Knowledge and willingness to learn, then exhibit strong adherence to NCAA, RMAC, and NMHU rules, regulations and policies.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

- Employees in this job are subject to the terms and conditions of an employment contract ? Employment contracts are typically reviewed on an annual basis and employment is at-will

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Review of completed applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Candidates must submit 1) letter of application, 2) a resume, and 3) names/addresses/telephone numbers of 5 (five) references specific to this position. Official transcripts will be required before on-campus interviews.

Application materials must be submitted to:

Human Resources
Search: Head Football Coach
New Mexico Highlands University
Box 9000
Las Vegas, NM 87701