Job Description

Position Summary

The Special Assistant to the Head Football Coach will assist and advise the Head Football Coach in all aspects of the football program, from player recruiting and development to game planning and strategy and will review functions of the department while providing leadership and growth initiatives for coaches, staff and student athletes. The Special Assistant to the Head Football Coach will serve as an integral member of the football program while serving as an advisor with the entire football staff and student-athletes. The individual will work with coaches and staff on a daily basis to find efficiencies through objective measures using data driven decisions and also assist the head coach in alumni relations, fundraising, social justice initiatives and student-athlete development off the field. Incumbent will have a strong knowledge of college athletics, especially football and be able to positively impact the lives of those they encounter. Additionally, this position will serve as a liaison for the Head Coach, Football in many areas in the department, on campus, within the Conference and nationally through the NCAA and AFCA.

Salary & Compensation


*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• It is preferred this candidate have a minimum of fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible experience in a University athletic department setting as an executive or in leadership role. (Preferred) And

• Head Coaching experience at collegiate and/or professional level preferred (Preferred)

• Demonstrated experience in using sound judgement to handle sensitive and confidential information/material. (Required)

• Skill in managing and organizing personnel, equipment and material resources in order to provide the most efficient working environment. (Required)

• Ability to interact with, and relate to a variety of constituents from a variety of social, economic, educational and cultural backgrounds. Ability to create a schedule and communicate effectively with all affected parties in a clear, concise manner showing empathy and a human approach. (Required)

• Comprehend the NCAA landscape, both now and long term in regards to student-athlete welfare and competitive resources. (Required)

• Possess strong knowledge of and ability to comply with NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations as they apply to Intercollegiate Athletics. Ability to understand Title IX and Gender Equity policies and issues. (Required)

• Computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office applications and on email. (Required)

• Be able to analyze situations and systems, identify problems and implement objective and fair solutions. Have skill in prioritizing tasks to reflect the importance of the job. (Required)

• Possess general knowledge of financial and personnel policies, principles and procedures in a central administrative University setting, as well as, general management principles. (Required)

• Utilize skills in hiring and training employees to perform a variety of tasks. (Required)

• Employ excellent writing and oral communication skills to communicate effectively at a variety of levels including University Senior management, officials of the NCAA and Conference, administrators, staff, and coaches. (Required)

• Strong value system and morals to demonstrate leadership to student athletes and program. (Required)

• Have the ability to synthesize complex information, including legal and financial information, for presentation in a clear and comprehensive manner. (Required)

• Ability to work cooperatively with other University departments in a complex administrative environment. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. (Required)

• Master's Degree Additional degrees preferred. (Preferred)

• Juris Doctor (JD) Degree Additional degrees preferred. (Preferred)

• PhD Additional degrees preferred. (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

• Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

• CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA . The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

• Ability to work long hours, especially on weekends and nights. (Required)

• 10% Ability to travel.

Schedule


Variable

Union/Policy Covered


99-Policy Covered

Complete Position Description

About University of California Los Angeles

Why work at UCLA? Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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