Head Coach

Wesleyan College is a small private liberal arts college in Macon, GA. Founded in 1836 as the first college in the world to grant degrees to women, Wesleyan takes seriously the education of women both in and out of the classroom. Our small campus provides opportunities for individual attention and leadership. Wesleyan's academically challenging, inclusive environment helps prepare students to live purposeful and connected lives. A strength of this small liberal arts college is our diverse student population and our commitment to liberal arts and justice throughout our curriculum. At the heart of this residential campus is our students and their experience. We work tirelessly to enhance the student experience through active and diverse engagement opportunities. Wesleyan College has a strong commitment to intercollegiate athletics and is a member of the NCAA Division III and competes in the Collegiate Conference of the South. We are excited to add flag football as a varsity sport and seek a dynamic and passionate leader to build our program from the ground up. Reporting to the Athletic Director, the Head Coach for Flag Football is responsible for all aspects of the flag football program, including but not limited to: Recruiting and retaining highly qualified student-athletes Developing and implementing practice plans and game strategies Providing leadership and mentorship to student-athletes Overseeing the program's budget and fundraising efforts Ensuring compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations Promoting the flag football program within the college and local community Qualifications Bachelor's degree required Coaching experience in flag football or a related sport Strong understanding of the NCAA Division III philosophy and commitment to academic excellence Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain student-athletes Valid driver's license and ability to travel Preferred Qualifications Experience coaching at the collegiate level Knowledge of flag football rules and regulations Experience in fundraising and budget management First Aid/CPR/AED certification This is a full-time 12-month position. The start date for this position is negotiable and applications may be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, upload a detailed letter of interest, resumé, and three professional references. Applications lacking the required documents may not be considered. Wesleyan College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College supports equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, gender, national origin, status as a war veteran, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. Wesleyan College is a certified drug-free workplace employer. All applicants being considered for employment are required to submit to substance screening as a condition of employment. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States; individuals will be required to provide proof of identity and eligibility for employment in the United States upon acceptance of an employment offer. In addition, employment is contingent upon successfully passing a criminal background check.