Assistant Football Coach - Outside Linebackers

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview

| Primary Purpose of Position |
Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the Assistant Coach – Outside Linebackers is responsible for all administrative and organizational aspects of the defense, specifically the Safeties, Nickels, and Field. 

The Assistant Football Coach will support the Head Football Coach in the duties of successfully operating NCA&T’s defensive football program, including but not limited to coordination of defensive schemes/personnel/staff, recruiting student-athletes, planning practice sessions/game preparation/game-day coaching, monitoring the student-athletes academically and managing game day responsibilities. 

The Assistant Coach must operate within the guidelines of an NCAA Division I football program and within the mission of the University and its philosophy of intercollegiate athletics. The Assistant Coach will guide and actively encourage student-athletes to succeed academically, acquire a degree and represent the University with the highest integrity. 

The Assistant Coach is also responsible for supporting and executing the development and administration of offensive game plans and the materials necessary to execute them, the recruitment of student-athletes, adhering to NCAA, Colonial Athletic Association (CAA), and University regulations with regard to recruiting, admission standards and eligibility, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, and assisting in the establishment of effective media relations. 

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview

| Primary Purpose of Position |
Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the Assistant Coach – Outside Linebackers is responsible for all administrative and organizational aspects of the defense, specifically the Safeties, Nickels, and Field. 

The Assistant Football Coach will support the Head Football Coach in the duties of successfully operating NCA&T’s defensive football program, including but not limited to coordination of defensive schemes/personnel/staff, recruiting student-athletes, planning practice sessions/game preparation/game-day coaching, monitoring the student-athletes academically and managing game day responsibilities. 

The Assistant Coach must operate within the guidelines of an NCAA Division I football program and within the mission of the University and its philosophy of intercollegiate athletics. The Assistant Coach will guide and actively encourage student-athletes to succeed academically, acquire a degree and represent the University with the highest integrity. 

The Assistant Coach is also responsible for supporting and executing the development and administration of offensive game plans and the materials necessary to execute them, the recruitment of student-athletes, adhering to NCAA, Colonial Athletic Association (CAA), and University regulations with regard to recruiting, admission standards and eligibility, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, and assisting in the establishment of effective media relations. 

The Assistant Coach, as assigned by the Head Football Coach, will assist in fundraising activities and serve as a representative of the University to the outside community when appropriate. | | Primary Function of Organizational Unit |
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is a preeminent land-grant institution where high-achieving scholars are engaged in transformative teaching and learning, civic outreach, interdisciplinary research and innovative solutions to global challenges. Consistent with the mission statement of the University, the department of athletics provides a comprehensive program of intercollegiate competition as an integral part of the total educational experience for all students. Embracing the principles of competitive excellence, sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and amateurism while facilitating the academic objectives of the student-athletes, the department complies with all conference and association rules and regulations, and ensures equal opportunity and access for all students and staff who desire to associate with intercollegiate athletics without regard for race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, or religion. | | Minimum Requirements |
Bachelor’s degree required with a minimum of 3-5 years of collegiate coaching and recruiting experience required. Experience playing or coaching the at the high school or collegiate level is alternatively acceptable. Working knowledge of Division 1, NCAA, CAA, and University rules and regulations. | | Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
Master’s Degree or higher. Experience coaching at the DI level. Experience as an offensive coordinator. Experience in defensive game plan development specifically working with outside linebacker positions. Extensive knowledge of offensive football and the ability to articulate & teach the game to players. Successful on and off campus recruiting experience. Demonstrated expertise in coaching football, specifically coaching offensive positions; minimum of 5 years coaching experience at the collegiate level. Ability to work in concert with Head Coach and other Assistant Coaches to lead and motivate student-athletes. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. A working knowledge of NCAA & CAA rules and regulations. | | Required License or Certification | | | Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. | On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site) |

Position Information

| Working Title | Assistant Football Coach - Outside Linebackers | | Position Number | 006913 | | Recruitment Salary Range | Commensurate with education and experience | | FLSA | Exempt | | Appointment Type | Permanent - Full-time | | Tenure Track | No | | FTE | 40 hours/week, 12 months | | If Time Limited, Appointment Length | | | Organizational Division | Football | | Organizational Location | Athletics | | Organizational Unit | Football |

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | EPA2938 | | Open Date | 01/08/2026 | | Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled | 03/08/2026 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search | 01/22/2026 | | Date Position Available | 01/08/2026 | | Special Instructions to Applicant |
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. North Carolina A&T 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. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount

| | Quick Link | https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/39354 |

Supplemental Questions

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1. * Do you have experience coaching on a collegiate level?

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2. * Please indicate where you learned of this position:

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume

Optional Documents 1. Letter of Reference 1 2. Letter of Reference 2 3. Letter of Reference 3 4. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214) 5. Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts 6. Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts 7. Other Degree - Copy of transcripts

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