Assistant Football Coach

ROLE TITLE: Assistant Football Coach 

POSITION REPORTS TO:  Head Football Coach

Summary of Position

The Assistant Football Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in the administration of all aspects of the football program. These include but are not limited to coaching and teaching of students, recruiting, game and practice preparation and execution, fund-raising/friend raising, budget management, compliance with NCAA and conference rules/regulations, participation as a member of the College community and with all collaborative departmental functions as needed.

What you will do in this role:

● Coach an individual position.
● Assist in special teams.
● Liaison with film and equipment. To include management of student-assistant coaches.
● Implement game plan and game day assignments per offensive/defensive coordinator.
● Demonstrating excellent teaching and coaching competencies with regard to:(a) sport
skill instruction (b) motivation (c) tactical strategies (d) physical training and fitness.
● Participate in on and off campus recruitment activities of athletically and academically
qualified student-athletes which will include data entry and correspondence, talent
identification, communication of College opportunities and expectations.
● Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behaviour with regard to
adherence to NCAA, Conference, College, and Department of Athletics rules, policies
and expectations including commitment to lifelong learning, sportsmanship on and off
the field of play, positive leadership and the desire and ability to act as a positive role
model and representative of the College at all times.
● Active game preparation through scouting, image analysis, strategy discussions, and
travel arrangements.
● Assist the head coach in all areas of implementing a competitive, successful educational
program emphasizing the quality experience for the student athlete. While the ability to
show initiative and work independently is essential. All activities will be under the
direction and supervision of the head coach.
● Developing and maintaining relationships with members of the department and
promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletic program.
● Demonstrating a sincere interest in the social, emotional, academic development, as well
as the athletic welfare of student-athletes; collaborating on academic monitoring and
guidance of students where appropriate
● Developing and maintaining relationships with members of alumni.
● Provide student-athletes with opportunities that allow for social, emotional, and academic
development, in addition to athletic success through close interpersonal guidance,
mentoring and counselling.
● Assuming additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Athletics and
Recreation which may include supervision of students in recreational programs including
intramurals, club sports, general facility monitoring, game-day management, concessions
fundraising opportunities or other special projects.

Your Experience 

• Minimum of 1-3 years required and 4-7 years preferred of relevant professional experience.

• Bachelor’s Degree required / Master’s Degree Preferred.

• Track record of achieving exceptional results.

Your Future Team

The mission of the Department of Athletics and Recreation is personal and collaborative excellence.  We strive to offer high-quality educational, recreational and competitive intercollegiate athletic opportunities to our participants.  We look to create an innovative, challenging and supportive learning environment where students can maximize opportunities for physical and social development, lifelong fitness and wellness as well as to realize opportunities for championship-caliber athletic competition. Our goal is to enhance and develop values that foster leadership, self-discipline, teamwork, personal and civic responsibility, integrity, dignity and sportsmanship. Ultimately, it is the mission of the department to fully support the mission of Allegheny College and "prepare young adults for successful, meaningful lives".

Your Compensation 

Expected starting salary: $33,280 annually 

The Hiring Process

We encourage you to apply through our posting website located at Employment Opportunities.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.