Join a vibrant and purpose-driven community at Shippensburg University, located in the scenic Cumberland Valley and spread across a beautiful 210-acre campus with over 40 buildings. We offer a dynamic academic environment with 45 undergraduate, 22 graduate, and 2 doctoral programs. At Shippensburg, our mission is more than words---we are committed to inclusive collaboration, fostering a strong sense of belonging, and celebrating the achievements that drive positive change in our communities. Be part of a team that values innovation, impact, and shared success

Shippensburg University offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees!

Effective first day of employment: low-cost medical insurance plus free dental, vision, hearing, and prescription coverage.

Choose from two generous retirement plans :

Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP):5% employee contribution, 9.29% employer contribution, Immediate vesting

State Employees' Retirement System (SERS): 8.25% employee contribution, 2.25% employer contribution + pension calculation, 10-year vesting requirement

100% tuition waivers for you and your eligible dependents upon completion of probationary period!

Generous paid time off, employer-paid life insurance, and so much more!

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Shippensburg University is currently seeking to hire a full-time defensive assistant coach who is well organized and coaches with passion.

This is a full-time, 12-month, non-teaching position. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: recruitment of qualified student-athletes with a commitment to academic success and the ability to relate to those student-athletes; compliance with University, Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations; player development; scouting; budget management; fundraising; and other duties assigned by the head football coach.

Duties and Responsibilities

Report to the head coach and responsible for specific assignment designated by the head coach.

Adhere to all rules and regulations mandated by Shippensburg University, the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC), and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Attend all team practices and competitions.

Instruct student-athletes in the fundamentals of the sport.

Develop, recommend, and administer specific student-athlete training/conditioning program and skill development.

Determine individual student-athlete strengths/abilities and recommend student-athlete utilization.

Evaluate student-athlete team progress and performance according to stated objectives and recommend changes as indicated.

Monitor student-athlete academic performance and implement appropriate measures in support of their academic performance with emphasis on retention and graduation.

Recommend discipline of student-athletes for infractions of rules/regulations and misconduct.

Assist with scouting activities.

Assist with student-athlete recruitment.

Recommend purchasing of equipment and supplies.

Assist sports information staff with publicity efforts.

Ensure appropriate safety precautions are followed when conducting team activities.

Cooperate with athletic trainers to ensure student-athletes receive proper medical and physical training services.

Annually, successfully complete First Aid and Safety and CPR certifications and required NCAA educational modules.

Attend appropriate athletics department staff meetings.

Perform other related duties as required.

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