Assistant Football Coach

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Position Number

6086-0000-0001-013

Classification Title

Assistant Football Coach

Working Title

Assistant Football Coach

Division

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Position Number

6086-0000-0001-013

Classification Title

Assistant Football Coach

Working Title

Assistant Football Coach

Division

Office of the Chancellor

Department/Unit

Athletics

Section

Athletics (section)

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Athletic Department is a vital part of student life and the educational process at Elizabeth City State University. It provides a well-rounded schedule of college athletic competitions designed to encourage participation by the student body. The department encourages physical fitness and the development of physical skills and emotional control.

Description of Work

The Assistant Coach will be responsible for supporting the Head Coach in assigned aspects of administering the football program, including coaching, recruiting, and public affairs.

Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position

Ability to evaluate and recruit highly skilled student-athletes.

Ability to effectively analyze and teach the fundamental skills and strategies of the sport.

Ability to assist the Head Coach and staff to continually analyze the team, including strategy, planning, devising a scout team, game plan development and adjustments to ensure peak performance.

Ability to monitor strength and conditioning of athletes.

Ability to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations, the University community and the public.

Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and Banner to maintain accurate files on paper and in software programs.

Ability to comply with all policies and regulations of the University, conference and NCAA.

Ability to work in concert with Head Coach and other Assistant Coaches to lead and motivate student-athletes.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Minimum Training and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required with a minimum of 1 year of collegiate coaching experience or 3 years of high school coaching experience. Working knowledge of Division II, NCAA, CIAA, and University rules and regulations. Demonstrated expertise in coaching football.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

Management Preferences

Position Recruitment Range

Position Category

Staff

Position Status

Permanent Full Time

FLSA

Exempt

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | EHRA00574P | | Job Open Date | 01/23/2026 | | Job Close Date | 01/31/2026 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Special Instructions to Applicant |
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section. • If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers. | | EHRA OSHR Statement |
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act. | | AA/EEO Statement |
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation. | | Background Check Statement |
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report. | | Eligibility for Employment |
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. | | Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/7521 |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • Public Job Posting
   • Internal Job Posting
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • Other

2. Are you a current employee of the university?

   • Yes
   • No

3. Do you have a bachelor's degree?

   • Yes
   • No

4. Do you have a working knowledge of Division II, NCAA, CIAA, and University rules and regulations?

   • Yes
   • No

5. Do you have one year coaching experience in a collegiate environment?

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if you are identified as a finalist for the position.) 3. DD214 4. Other

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