Head Football Coach
Posted Date: Oct 29, 2026
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Work Type
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EVANGEL UNIVERSITY
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Head Football Coach
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Reports To: Director of Athletics
Position Type: Full-Time
POSITION SUMMARY
The Head Football Coach is responsible for leading, developing, and managing all aspects of Evangel University's football program. The head coach is expected to build a competitive, Christ-centered program that reflects the mission, values, and traditions of Evangel University.
The successful candidate will provide leadership and mentorship to student-athletes, emphasizing spiritual growth, academic achievement, social responsibility, athletic excellence, and personal development. The head coach will recruit and retain qualified student-athletes, develop and implement effective training and competition strategies, manage program operations, and represent Evangel University with integrity and professionalism.
EVANGEL UNIVERSITY
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Head Football Coach
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Reports To: Director of Athletics
Position Type: Full-Time
POSITION SUMMARY
The Head Football Coach is responsible for leading, developing, and managing all aspects of Evangel University's football program. The head coach is expected to build a competitive, Christ-centered program that reflects the mission, values, and traditions of Evangel University.
The successful candidate will provide leadership and mentorship to student-athletes, emphasizing spiritual growth, academic achievement, social responsibility, athletic excellence, and personal development. The head coach will recruit and retain qualified student-athletes, develop and implement effective training and competition strategies, manage program operations, and represent Evangel University with integrity and professionalism.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS :
• Master’s degree preferred (minimum 4-year college degree required)
• Successful coaching experience
• Commitment to a philosophy of coaching at a Christian University by having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and exhibiting a lifestyle consistent with that commitment
• Commitment to all players earning a degree
• Commitment to spiritual growth of all players
• Ability and willingness to communicate well in public
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Spiritual Leadership and Character Development
Athletic Leadership and Program Development
Recruitment and Roster Management
Academic Success and Student-Athlete Development
Staff Leadership and Supervision
Compliance and Risk Management
Program Administration and Budget Management
Competition and Scheduling
Community Relations and Program Promotion
Communication and Institutional Collaboration
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
The Head Football Coach will be evaluated on the ability to:
• Build and sustain a Christ-centered, mission-aligned football program.
• Recruit and retain student-athletes who contribute to the university's academic, spiritual, social, and athletic mission.
• Promote academic progress, eligibility, retention, and degree completion.
• Develop a disciplined, competitive, fundamentally sound team.
• Demonstrate effective leadership, staff management, and program administration.
• Maintain compliance with applicable governing-body (NAIA/KCAC) and university regulations.
• Manage program resources responsibly.
• Strengthen relationships with campus partners, alumni, donors, and the community.
• Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
INSTITUTIONAL COMMITMENT
The Head Football Coach is expected to support the mission of Evangel University, contribute to the overall success of the athletic department, and demonstrate a commitment to developing the whole student-athlete: spiritually, academically, socially, and athletically.
At the point of hiring, official transcript(s) will be required.
_ Evangel University is an equal opportunity employer participating in the E-verify program. _
This job description outlines the general responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Responsibilities may be modified as university needs and departmental priorities evolve
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