"Full-time Assistant Football Coach Defensive Assistant"

Job Details

Full-time Assistant Football Coach Defensive Assistant
Millersville University
Department: Coaches
Nature of Position: Permanent, Part-time
Job Summary/Basic Function
About the position:
The Full-Time Assistant Football Coach is to assist the Head Football Coach with the daily operations of conducting a successful Football program, specifically serving as a defensive assistant.
Join Our Team at Millersville University!
Position Salary: Contract renewed on annual basis.
Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans - Choose from two excellent options
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge
• Full Benefits Summary (PDF)

Why Millersville?
Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. We’re known for:

• Strong student-faculty connections
• 70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate programs
• A stunning campus and vibrant community
• Outstanding job placement for graduates

With over 66,000 alumni across the globe, our impact is far-reaching—and growing.
Our Mission & Values:
At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion.
We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence—creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We believe diversity is a strength, and we actively seek individuals who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our community.
Equal Opportunity for All:
Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
The State System Employee Benefits Summary for coaches can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/hr/labor-relations/documents/cba/coaches-cba.pdf.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Report to the Head Football Coach and assist in the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the team’s program. Specific duties are listed below:

• Coach a position group and handle all academic, social and athletic details associated with the players in that group.
• Assist in the development of the defensive game plans.
• Assist in the development of the special teams’ game plans.
• Assists in the development and implementation of a successful recruitment and retention plan of prospective student-athletes
• Performs video editing tasks for practice, game and opponent video.
• Review practice and game video with coaches and players. Grade player performance.
• Maintains accurate records of student athletes’ academic and athletic lives & monitors athlete’s social media sites.
• Assists in maintenance, purchasing and inventory of team’s equipment.
• Assists in all fundraising efforts and attends all meetings, practices and team functions.
• Pass the NCAA DII rules exams & performs off campus recruiting.
• Is aware of and compliant with all NCAA, PSAC and Millersville University rules and regulations.
• Assists the head coach in all internal requirements of the football program as assigned.
• Submit monthly work schedules to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and comply with schedule once approved.
• Attend appropriate Athletic departmental staff meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Successful defensive coaching experience at the NCAA collegiate level.
• Successful experience and/or knowledge of recruiting prospective Student-athletes.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting student-athlete welfare and academic success.
• Demonstrated excellent leadership skills and ability to motivate student-athletes.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Evidence of:
  • recruiting and working effectively with student-athletes of diverse races and cultures.
  • complying fully with association and conference regulations.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and working with diverse student populations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the PSAC.
• Knowledge of Division II football.
• Recruiting experience in PA and Mid-Atlantic Region.
• Successful experience coaching special teams at the NCAA collegiate level.
• Knowledge of Teamworks and Compliance Hub.

Job Description
Essential Functions
Please Note: These duties are to be performed with or without an accommodation. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

• Indoor and Outdoor Facilities.
• Understanding of written directions.
• Extensive writing skills (prepare and organize complex documents)
• Extensive verbal communication skills (provide information and assistance regularly).
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to drive university vehicles.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/14394