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Special Assistant to the Head Coach

Oregon State University

Special Assistant to the Head Coach

Oregon State University

Department: Intercolleg Athletics (YIA)

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000

Job Summary:

The Athletics Department is seeking a Special Assistant to the Head Coach. This will be a full-time (1.00 FTE ),12-month, professional faculty position.

The Special Assistant to the Head Coach plays a crucial role in supporting the Head Coach with the operations, leadership, and coaching of the Oregon State University Football program. This position involves a variety of responsibilities including administrative support, leadership support, identification and execution of special projects, statistical analysis, and preparation for games and practices, while also ensuring compliance with NCAA rules and regulations and University policies.

The mission of the OSU Department of Athletics is to Go Build Excellent, Authentic, Visionary Student-Athletes (GO B.E.A.V.S.). Oregon State Athletics is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and one which fosters a sense of belonging. Our goal is to encourage thoughtful and objective learning at all times. We will be intentional to recruit and retain individuals of all backgrounds and identities who will positively contribute to the success of our athletics department.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world

• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

• 7 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

• 217k+ alumni worldwide

• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

• Retirement savings paid by the university.

• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

50% ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

• Assist with special projects assigned by the Head Coach.

• In conjunction with the Head Coach, support the daily administrative and operational needs of the football program.

• Attend coach and staff administrative meetings.

• Participate in on-campus recruiting activities.

• Encourages and participates in activities that foster an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and fosters a sense of belonging for student workers, student athletes, and co-workers.

• Speak at various campus and community groups on behalf of the Head Coach and football program.

• Serve as a liaison with external entities including former student-athletes, alumni, and donors.

45% TACTICAL AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT

• Coordinate video cutups and distribution of preliminary offensive, defensive and special teams scouting reports.

• Assist with overall practice and gameday preparation, statistical analysis, and video analysis.

• Attend team and position group meetings.

• Coordinate statistical analysis and preparation for game opponents.

• Provide statistical support during home games.

• Travel with coaching staff and team to away games to provide statistical support.

5% OTHER

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree

• Strong proficiency in football-related technology.

• 2 years of experience as part of a football organization.

• Excellent interpersonal skills to enhance communication and overall interactions with student-athletes, peers, alumni, administrative personnel, and the community.

• Ability to provide critical thinking and consultation to achieve positive outcomes.

• Exceptional character traits in integrity and fairness.

• Exemplify the core values and standards of Oregon State Athletics.

• Demonstrated history of acting ethically and complying with all laws, policies, rules and regulations.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a manner that shows respect and inclusivity for student athletes, student workers and colleagues.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Master’s Degree

• Previous experience as a head coach of a Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS ) program.

• Experience as a football student-athlete.

• 10+ years of experience as part of a football organization.

• Enhanced knowledge of Oregon State University, the Oregon State football program, and Pac-12 football programs.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Will work nights, weekends and holidays.

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact: Mike McHugh at mike.mchugh@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks website including the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

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