TERM Assignment:

This is a two year contract position that offers full benefits – including extended health care; dental coverage; pension; annual and sick leave and more! For more information about the perks of working at Carleton:
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About Ravens Football
2019 marked the 7th season for the Ravens football program since their rebirth in 2013. The team has competed well since returning to the OUA, making the playoffs 3 times in that span. The annual Panda Game between Carleton and uOttawa has grown to become the biggest annual varsity event in Canada, regularly surpassing over 24,000 fans at TD Place for the game. The team has seen several players graduate and be selected in the CFL, including Grey Cup Champion Tunde Adeleke and star wide receiver Nate Behar.

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OPEN COMPETITON

Located in Ottawa Canada, Carleton University is a dynamic and innovative research and teaching institution. Its internationally recognized faculty, staff, and researchers provide academic opportunities to more than 28,000 full- and part-time students, from every province and more than 100 countries.

Carleton is a community of talented, committed and enthusiastic faculty and staff, dedicated to excellence and to supporting the education and research that distinguishes Carleton as Canada’s Capital University. We know that it is our people that are key to Carleton’s success.

We take pride in our institution and are committed to providing the programs and services that contribute to Carleton University being an employer of choice.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Head Coach Football, the Offensive Football Coordinator and Assistant Coach (Offensive Coordinator) will assist in the management and development of the Carleton University Football program, including recruitment and coaching the offense. The objective of the coaching staff is to create an environment conducive to the development of student-athletes. The Offensive Coordinator will assist in guiding the football team in a manner that is consistent with the values of Carleton University and in accordance to the coach’s code of conduct.

The Offensive Coordinator must work with others in a team environment and will assist the Head Coach in operating within the Department’s annual operational and planning cycles in order to ensure appropriate support and resources for the Program.

The Offensive Coordinator will develop positive relationships with the campus and local community such as faculty, alumni, high schools, football community associations etc.

One of the priorities for the Offensive Coordinator will be to effectively recruiting top football student-athletes, coaching offense and assisting with practice and game film. The incumbent will also play a significant role in developing the football community programs to achieve revenue targets established as part of the budget process to support the Ravens football program. In addition the Offensive Coordinator may be involved in other fundraising initiatives as required.

This position requires that the successful candidate will work and travel during untraditional hours.

Qualifications:

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

• Knowledge of the OUA, U SPORTS and the Canadian sport system;
• Demonstrated expertise and/or knowledge in the recruitment of student-athletes;
• Demonstrated superior football coaching experience in either defense or offense;
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
• Excellent communication skills: written & verbal, ability to communicate effectively and develop
• relationships with alumni, academic units, university staff, colleagues, students and community associations;
• Knowledge and experience using video technology for team meetings and playbooks;
• Experience organizing youth football camps and youth skill session;
• Superior interpersonal skills including a strong student-athlete centered focus;
• Superior ability to listen, consult and implement decisions;
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Other assets include: video coordinating, strength and conditioning, and experience in fundraising

Education and Experience:

The above is normally acquired by the completion of a University undergraduate degree with a preference given to those who have enhanced coaching certification/training in the sport football (minimum Advanced Level 3 NCCP certification or equivalent); plus a minimum 3 years coaching experience and proven success at a high performance level.
Equivalencies will be considered.

HR Note:

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

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