LaGrange College challenges the minds and inspires the souls of its students. Founded in 1831 and committed to its relationship with the United Methodist Church and its Wesleyan and liberal arts traditions, the college supports students in their search for truth. An ethical and caring community that values excellence, service, civility, diversity and inclusion, LaGrange College prepares its students to become successful, responsible citizens who aspire to lives of integrity and moral courage.

TITLE:                                Offensive Line Coach (Full-time 10-month position)

FLSA:                                  Exempt               

PAY GRADE:    

DEPT:                   Athletics (Football)

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Head Football Coach, the Offensive Line Coach is responsible for assisting in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Division III football program in support of the mission and core values of LaGrange College.

Job Duties (but not limited to):

• Assist the Offensive Coordinator with coordinating all coaching assignments for the offensive staff including film breakdown, on field and all administrative responsibilities.
• Works with the Offensive Coordinator with supervision of all offensive student-athletes in a coordinated and planned program of practices and competition, with a concern for the players’ health and welfare, physical and psychological preparation.
• Foster and maintain positive student body and faculty relations with student-athletes.
• Maintain current knowledge of and adhere to all College, NCAA and Conference Rules and Regulations, Policies and Procedures paying special attention to recruiting, eligibility, admissions and financial aid.
• Assist with recruiting academically and athletically qualified student-athletes to meet the College’s admission standards and enrollment goals.
• Performs other duties as required/assigned by the Head Football Coach.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree along with coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level are required.
• Experience competing at the collegiate level is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of coaching experience preferred.
• Previous recruiting experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to evaluate physical performance related to an inter-collegiate football program.
• Ability to effectively communicate both within and outside the College including, but not limited to, student-athletes, parents, recruits, coaches, civic and business leaders.
• Ability to work as a support individual within a group setting.
• Ability to provide effective leadership to student-athletes to encourage both successful academic development and competitive performance.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (i.e., evenings, weekends).
• Current training in First-Aid and CPR.

The successful candidate must complete a background check prior to being offered the position. Interested candidates should visit www.jobs.lagrange.edu to submit a formal application. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, resume and names and contact information of five references. Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

LaGrange College seeks to attract ethnic, racial, and gender-diverse candidates who may present different levels of experience and perspectives.  If you embrace the LaGrange College values of excellence, service, diversity, civility, and inclusion and are committed to modeling those attributes in our community, we invite you to submit your application for consideration