Assistant Football Coach

EXPIRED

The College of New Jersey

Ewing, NJ

Posted Date: May 01, 2025

Expired Date: May 15, 2025

Posted Date: May 01, 2025

Expired Date: May 15, 2025

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QUALIFICATION

Salary Expectation
$53,277-$61,266/yr
Years of Experience
3+ Years
Work Type
Full-time

ABOUT PROGRAM

The College of New Jersey
The College of New Jersey Athletics, Athletics Wikipedia Page

Conference

New Jersey Athletic Conference (DIII)

About the Job

Job Description

Requisition Title

- Assistant Football Coach (25000440)

Description

To enrich education through diversity, The College of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Close Date: May 14, 2025
Job Title: Assistant Football Coach
_ Union Description: AFT - Professional Services Specialist 4_
_ Job Category: _Exempt, 35 hour Workweek
Salary Range: Range 18 - $53,277.47 - $61,266.03 (Steps 1-4)

_ Position Summary: _

Requisition Title

- Assistant Football Coach (25000440)

Description

_ Position Summary: _

The College of New Jersey, a member of the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) and NCAA Division III, invites applications for the position of Assistant Football Coach. This is a full-time, 12-month position within the AFT (American Federation of Teachers) bargaining unit and reports to the Head Football Coach and the Executive Director of Athletics. The Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting all aspects of a competitive football program, including recruiting, practice and game preparation, player development, academic support, and adherence to NCAA and institutional policies.

_ Main Responsibilities: _

Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting practice sessions.
Support all phases of game-day preparation and execution, including film review and scouting reports.
Recruit and retain academically and athletically qualified student-athletes consistent with the mission of TCNJ and NCAA DIII philosophy.
Provide mentorship, guidance, and support for student-athletes regarding academic and personal development.
Ensure compliance with NCAA, NJAC, and TCNJ policies and procedures.
Assist in travel planning, budgeting, fundraising, and community service initiatives.
Collaborate with campus partners including Academic Affairs, Residential Education, and Health & Wellness to support student-athlete success.
Participate in department-wide initiatives and serve on committees as assigned.

_ Minimum Qualifications: _

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Previous coaching experience at the collegiate level (preferably NCAA Division III) or significant playing experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Commitment to student development and inclusive excellence.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Three (3) years or more of NCAA Football Coaching Experience.
Master’s degree preferred in a related field.
Experience with Hudl or comparable recruiting/film software.

Employer Qualifications:

Final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and reference checks.

About TCNJ Athletics:

TCNJ is a highly selective public institution known for academic excellence and a strong commitment to student success. As a member of NCAA Division III and the NJAC, TCNJ Athletics sponsors 20 varsity sports and embraces the DIII philosophy of balancing academics, athletics, and campus involvement.

About TCNJ

TCNJ is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. TCNJ currently is ranked as one of the 75 "Most Competitive" schools in the nation by Barron's Profiles of American Colleges and is rated the No. 1 public institution in the northern region of the country by U.S. News & World Report. TCNJ was named the #10 value in public higher education by the Princeton review in 2009 and, in 2006, was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter - an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for programs offered through TCNJ's seven schools - Arts & Communication; Business; Education; Humanities and Social Sciences; Science; Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science; and Engineering. TCNJ faculty members are teacher-scholars who share a commitment to liberal learning. TCNJ is located within an hour, by train, of New York City and Philadelphia. The College's campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township and is known for its natural beauty and has 39 major buildings.

Employee Benefits:

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public university career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:

Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee affinity groups
New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
Access to extensive learning opportunities

To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!

Application Instructions:

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable candidate is selected.