Title: Assistant Director, Club Sports & Head Coach - Women’s Flag Football Club

Application Review Date: 08/04/2025

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Club Sports and Women’s Club Flag Football Head Coach will manage all aspects of a newly created competitive club sports structure and program. Oversee all aspects of women’s flag football club team operations, including recruiting, scheduling, practice planning, game strategy, and player development. Develop a vision and a strategy that aligns with the departmental and university strategic plan and mission. Develop and implement appropriate program policies and procedures to ensure safe programs and operations. Work collaboratively with other departments and university staff to develop and implement appropriate risk management protocols. Provide regular and appropriate assessments of the program to measure development opportunities, participant satisfaction, and participation statistics. The Assistant Director reports to the Director of Student Recreation and Wellness.

Guided by our core values, Radford University thrives in an environment where community, collaboration and inclusiveness are valued. All members of the Recreation & Wellness staff work to advance the Models of Practice for the Division of Student Affairs and Radford University's commitment to inclusivity to meet the ever-changing needs of our student population. Further, staff members advance the department’s safety and risk management initiatives in order to create a positive and safe environment and promote the department’s Vivid Vision for Recreation and Wellness.

Required Qualifications

• Experience coaching at the collegiate, club or high school level
• Experience recruiting, developing and motivating student-athletes
• Demonstrated experience using drive and vision to elevate an athletic program
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, organize, and implement new initiatives
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and contribute as a member of a team

Education:
•Master’s degree preferred, or a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of related work experience, training and/or certifications equating to an advanced degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

•Master’s degree
•Previous experience coaching flag football
• Demonstrated experience implementing marketing strategies and executing marketing and promotional campaigns
• Experience recruiting student athletes

Employment Conditions:  Valid driver's license

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: M-F, evenings and weekends as required. 

Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer

Department: Fitness/Wellness Center

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Department Contact Name: D.J. Preston

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-7633

Department Contact Email: dpreston12@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process, please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.