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Posted Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Virginia Military Institute, an NCAA Division I and Southern Conference member, is accepting applications for full-time Assistant Football Coaches.
Job Duties:
The successful candidate will assist with organizing and directing all phases of the Football program, to include the recruitment of student-athletes, coordination of team travel and other administrative duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach while following the rules of VMI, the Southern Conference, and NCAA. Instructs student-athletes in playing techniques and skills, the subtleties of game rules and collaborative team drills.
Minimum Qualifications:
Posted Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Virginia Military Institute, an NCAA Division I and Southern Conference member, is accepting applications for full-time Assistant Football Coaches.
Job Duties:
The successful candidate will assist with organizing and directing all phases of the Football program, to include the recruitment of student-athletes, coordination of team travel and other administrative duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach while following the rules of VMI, the Southern Conference, and NCAA. Instructs student-athletes in playing techniques and skills, the subtleties of game rules and collaborative team drills.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Please include resume, cover letter of application, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
Applications accepted until the position is filled.
Additional Considerations:
• Work well within a team environment and meet deadlines while balancing multiple tasks.
• Embody the VMI Athletics Core Values:
PACERS: Positive. Accountable. Compete. Empower. Resourceful. Service.
Candidates can apply at: Assistant Football Coaches-Job Application
VMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against anyone because of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, age, or disability. US Armed Services, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Contact:
Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322
Virginia Military Institute record compared to the conference
| School | Conference | Overall | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer University | 7–1 | 11–3 | — | — |
| Western Carolina University | 6–2 | 7–5 | — | — |
| University of Tennessee at Chattanooga | 5–3 | 7–5 | — | — |
| East Tennessee State University | 5–3 | 7–5 | — | — |
| Samford University | 3–4 | 4–7 | — | — |
| Wofford College | 3–5 | 5–7 | — | — |
| Citadel | 3–5 | 5–7 | — | — |
| Furman University | 2–5 | 3–8 | — | — |
| Virginia Military Institute | 1–7 | 1–11 | — | — |
Virginia Military Institute past performance
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-2027 |
Danny Rocco |
– | – | |
| 2025-2026 |
Danny Rocco |
– | – | |
| 2024-2025 |
Danny Rocco |
1–7 | 1–11 | |
| 2023-2024 |
Danny Rocco |
4–4 | 5–6 | |
| 2022-2023 |
Scott Wachenheim |
0–8 | 1–10 | |
| 2021-2022 |
Scott Wachenheim |
4–4 | 6–5 | |
| 2020-2021 |
Scott Wachenheim |
– | 6–2 | |
| 2019-2020 |
Scott Wachenheim |
4–4 | 5–7 |
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