"Assistant Football Coach"

Job Details

About the Job

• Assist head coach in all aspects of developing and maintaining a competitive intercollegiate sport program within the NCAA and Big Ten Conference.
• Instruct and teach student-athletes in fundamentals of sport technique and strategy.
• Plan and execute practice and competition plans including the evaluation of opponents.
• Evaluate and recruit qualified student-athletes to the University of Minnesota whose athletic skills make them highly competitive in the Big Ten and whose academic abilities make them good candidates for a meaningful academic experience and graduation from the University of Minnesota.
• Perform administrative responsibilities, including assisting in budget planning and management, scheduling of competitions and planning and executing team travel.
• Assist in advancing the department's guiding principles, values, and strategic plan, including its commitment to equity and diversity.
• Provide opportunities for student-athletes to develop life and leadership skills.
• Assist in monitoring the academic performance of student-athletes to help them achieve their full potential.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships within the athletics department, the University, community, booster clubs, alumni, high school coaches, media and the general public.
• Represent in a positive fashion the University and its athletic programs in private and public forums.
• Commit to adhering with all laws, policies, rules and regulations of the University, Athletics Department, the Big Ten Conference, and the NCAA.

Up to 50% Travel expected

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• College football coaching experience
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

• Division 1 coaching experience

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $45,500.00 - $600,000.00 ; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.