Assistant Football Coach

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Football Coach

Full Time / Part Time

Full Time

Job Type

Staff

Reports To

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Football Coach

Full Time / Part Time

Full Time

Job Type

Staff

Reports To

Head Football Coach

Position Summary

This position reports to the Head Football Coach and is responsible to assist in all phases of the University’s D1 FCS football program.

Bryant University is a private New England university with a tradition of innovation and a global vision for success. Our new strategic plan, Vision 2030 , sets a trajectory for the next decade through academic excellence, outstanding student life, competitive athletics and student outcomes among the nation’s top 1% for ROI.

Principal Accountabilities

• Effectively assist in coaching a competitive football program in a manner, which promotes sportsmanship among athletes, ensuring compliance with all NCAA conference, Coastal Athletic Association, and institutional rules and regulations.
• Effectively assist in recruiting qualified student athletes to participate in the men’s athletic program, and effectively promoting Bryant University academic and athletic programs to potential students.
• Ensuring that players associated with the football program are eligible under NCAA and Coastal Athletic Association Conference regulations.
• Assist the Head Coach in developing and implementing clinic(s), summer camp(s), and on-campus tryouts.
• Effectively monitoring student athlete academic progress; referring or counseling where appropriate, and motivating the athlete.
• Establishing and maintaining good personal relationships with student athletes, parents, staff, guidance counselors, the Community and the media.
• Developing and overseeing an electronic system to ensure accurate and timely equipment inventory, repair, replacement, issue and retrieval; coordinating various activities involved in scheduling facilities and events.
• Effectively recruiting, hiring, evaluating and motivating student assistants, ensuring that hiring and supervisor practices are in compliance with the spirit and intent of EEO/AA and other policies contained within the University’s employee and policy manuals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

This position is best filled by an individual with an undergraduate degree and three or more years of experience coaching within an established football program, preferably at the collegiate level. Experience must include successful recruiting, coaching, and counseling of student athletes. Excellent oral and written communication skills; experience motivating and supervising athletes and students, and a thorough understanding or experience with NCAA and Coastal Athletic Association Conference rules and regulations are a plus.

The ability to manage multiple tasks is essential. Knowledge of related computer applications is important to oversee equipment inventory and manage facilities and events. A valid driver’s license is required for travel. This position is subject to the completion of a criminal background check and division of motor vehicles check.

Certain requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate persons with disabilities.

Working Environment

At Bryant University, we believe that our strength lies in the richness of our campus community and the unique perspectives that shape it. By connecting academic and social experiences, we create an environment where individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. Our commitment to fostering belonging and well-being ensures that everyone has the opportunity to thrive and contribute meaningfully. We encourage applications from those who appreciate the wide range of experiences and backgrounds that make our community exceptional. Discover moreabout how we cultivate a welcoming and collaborative campus culture that drives excellence.

Physical Capacities

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | STA02749 | | Work Hours | | | Open Date | 02/03/2026 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Applicant Special Instructions | |

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents 1. Other Document 2. Letter(s) of Recommendation

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