ANDREW R. RICHARDSON
Summary
- More than a decade of experience coaching for a NCAA FCS Division I program and contributing to the success and development of student-athletes both on the field and in the classroom
- Proficient in managing the day-to-day operations of a athletic program, including recruiting, player development, game/practice preparation, scheduling, budgeting, and fundraising
- Excellent communication and motivational skills; ability to establish strong relationships with players and their families and make tough decisions under pressure
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
JA Rich Building & Remodeling
09.2021 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Proactively identified areas of risk within the organization implemented necessary safeguards mitigating any potential negative impact on the business.
Football Referee
WPIAL/PIAA
08.2021 - Current
Offensive Coordinator
North Hills High School
01.2019 - Current
Insurance and Financial Services Professional
MassMutual Pittsburgh
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Developed customized plans for clients to meet their financial goals, estate strategies and insurance needs
- Established a portfolio of clients centered around ongoing communications and relationship building
- Awarded with the 'Rising Leader' recognition for outstanding performance and leadership.
Offensive Line Coach
Fox Chapel High School
01.2018
Full-time Football Offensive Line Coach
Robert Morris University
01.2009 - 01.2017
- Led all football program recruiting duties, such as coordinating gameday and official visits, establishing the first-ever Junior Days for the program, and facilitating ongoing communications with players, families and high school coaches and athletic directors
- Ensured compliance with all NCAA guidelines and participated in annual certification testing
- Managed the recruiting and scholarship budgets, totaling more than $1 million
- Assisted with fundraising efforts for annual football program celebrity golf outing
- Mentored and advised players on a variety of personal, social and educational concerns, as needed
- Served as academic advisor and supervised groups of student-athletes who struggled in class each semester
- Directed weekly game plan development and produced offensive scouting reports
- Met regularly with NFL Scouts as main point of contact for the football program and coordinated Pro Days for senior athletes
- Liaised with Sports Information Director and provided recommendations on content updates for football program website
- Created the Robert Morris Football Twitter account; drafted original content to post and researched relevant content to retweet
- Coached numerous award-winning Offensive Linemen, including two FCS All-Americans, one FCS Academic All-American, one Academic All-District Honoree, seven All-Conference Players, and one professional prospect who signed a NFL free agent contract.
Education
M.S. Instructional Leadership - Scholastic Athletics and Sports Management
Robert Morris University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2008
B.A. Recreational Management -
Penn State University
State College, PA05.2005
Skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Conflict Management
- Attention to Detail
- Travel Arrangement Coordination
- Schedule Coordination
Athletic Experience
Penn State University, State College, PA, Starting Offensive Tackle; Tight End, 08/2001, 05/2006, Four-year letter winner, 2006 Orange Bowl Champions, 2005 "Big 10" Champions, Played in 2002 Capital One Bowl
Timeline
Owner
JA Rich Building & Remodeling
09.2021 - Current
Football Referee
WPIAL/PIAA
08.2021 - Current
Offensive Coordinator
North Hills High School
01.2019 - Current
Insurance and Financial Services Professional
MassMutual Pittsburgh
01.2018 - 09.2021
Offensive Line Coach
Fox Chapel High School
01.2018
Full-time Football Offensive Line Coach
Robert Morris University
01.2009 - 01.2017
M.S. Instructional Leadership - Scholastic Athletics and Sports Management
Robert Morris University
B.A. Recreational Management -
Penn State University