Assistant Football Coach (Open to current PLU Faculty and Staff only)

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number:

0603044

Recruitment Type:

Open to Current PLU Faculty/Staff Only

Position Title:

Assistant Football Coach (Open to current PLU Faculty and Staff only)

Position Type:

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number:

0603044

Recruitment Type:

Open to Current PLU Faculty/Staff Only

Position Title:

Assistant Football Coach (Open to current PLU Faculty and Staff only)

Position Type:

Staff

Benefits Status:

Benefits Eligible

FLSA:

Exempt

Hiring Range:

$58,000-$62,000 per year plus excellent benefits.

Location

Tacoma, WA 98447. 

Department:

Athletics Administration

Posting Date:

02/24/2026

Closing Date

2/26/2026

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 12-month position. Monday-Friday; office work schedule varies. Evening and weekend work will be required. Includes all practices and competitions as well as recruiting. Light travel is also included.

General Description:

The Assistant Football Coach assists the Head Football Coach in conducting all aspects
of a highly competitive football program including coaching, recruiting, student-athlete development, academic success of student-athletes, practice and game planning, management of staff/students, rules compliance, camps, and alumni engagement. This position supports and upholds a philosophy of athletics consistent with NCAA Division III and conducts the program according to all NCAA Division III, Northwest Conference, and university rules and regulations. Reports to the Head Football Coach.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, coordinate, and coach within the academic and athletic philosophies of
  PLU, Northwest Conference, and NCAA.
• Identify, attract, and recruit prospective student-athletes within the framework of PLU and NCAA policies, and in conjunction with admission personnel.
• Assist with creating opportunities to engage donors and alumni in fundraising.
• Display good sportsmanship in relationships with students, staff, officials, and opponents.
• Contribute to game preparation through tape review, breakdown, and scouting report preparation.
• Provide transformative learning opportunities that challenge and support students.
• Support student-athlete academic and athletic excellence, leadership development, team development, and community service.
• Complete Title IX Module.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of PLU and NCAA Division III Athletics philosophy rules and regulations and ability to work within those parameters.
• Strong demonstrated knowledge of sound principles and rules governing football.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy, flexibility, and ability to communicate ideas effectively.
• Demonstrated skill in prioritizing and maintaining diverse workload, establishing and meeting goals and deadlines, and independently following tasks through to completion.
• Ability to interact effectively with others in pursuing departmental objectives including various student needs in a range of academic and non-academic issues.
• Knowledge of academic requirements for admitted and continuing students.
• Ability to effectively manage time in a demanding work environment.
• Skills to arrange away contests; ensure coordination of travel rosters, advance requests, transportation, food, lodging, equipment, expenses and trip reports.
• Proven skills in use of personal computer systems; knowledge of related word processing and database management software (ARMS); awareness of social media opportunities.
• Familiarity with video exchange software (HUDL) and support technology.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 1.5 years of successful football coaching experience.
• CPR/First Aid certification; may be obtained on the job.
• Valid driver’s license (Must have had a valid driver’s license for at least 2 years).
• Finalist applicants must satisfactorily complete pre-employment background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree.
• Experience teaching/coaching/competing at collegiate level in football.
• Experience in supervisory endeavors associated with personnel management.
• Previous recruiting experience at the collegiate level is highly desirable.

Work Conditions:

Physical Requirements:

* Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Other Information:

PLU is a small, private university where caring means more than kindness and consideration — it means a bold commitment to expanding well-being, opportunity, and justice. Because PLU is a community committed to the creation and advancement of knowledge through diversity and inclusion, the university actively recruits a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. PLU is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from members of historically underrepresented and minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and others who would bring broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities.

PLU offers an excellent benefits package including tuition remission for employees and their dependents, generous retirement plan, medical, dental, paid vacation and sick leave, major holidays off (including Christmas/New Year’s break and extra time off during the summer), and many other great university benefits. PLU is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a 501©(3) tax-exempt organization. Click here for detailed benefits information.

For general application questions or if you need accommodations at any point in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 253-535-7185 or humr@plu.edu.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * This position is only open to current PLU Faculty, Staff, and Administrators. I am a:

   • Current PLU Faculty, Staff, or Administrator
   • Student Employee
   • None of the above

2. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Do you have a current valid driver's license which you have had for at least 2 years?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Are you 18 years of age or older?

   • Yes
   • No

5. * Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on your hire date AND legally authorized to work in the United States for Pacific Lutheran University without sponsorship now and indefinitely into the future?

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. List of Three References

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