Assistant Coach 1/ Wide Receivers

Job Title

Assistant Coach 1/ Wide Receivers

Department

Athletic Director

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Assistant Coach will perform duties that include but are not limited to: assisting the Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator with every phase of a Division I A football program: on the field offensive coaching of wide receivers, recruiting, scheduling, planning team travel, budgeting funds, monitoring academic progress and knowledge and compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations. Other duties include but are not limited to: serving as a role model for our athletes, exhibiting good sporting behavior, assisting the head coach in fund raising and promotional activities, breaking down game film and illustrating defensive tendencies of opponents, other special projects as assigned by the Head Coach. Position will also assist the head football coach and the Offensive Coordinator with the following duties: Coaching wide receivers position; recruit assigned athletes in designated area; assist to schedule events; plan individual travel for recruiting; budget recruiting funds, prepare and produce breakdown of opponents tendencies for position players review and scouting reports. Assist head coach with fund raising activities; assist with the development of the defensive/offensive playbook and assist with related special projects as assigned.

Required Education

Job Title

Assistant Coach 1/ Wide Receivers

Department

Athletic Director

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Assistant Coach will perform duties that include but are not limited to: assisting the Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator with every phase of a Division I A football program: on the field offensive coaching of wide receivers, recruiting, scheduling, planning team travel, budgeting funds, monitoring academic progress and knowledge and compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations. Other duties include but are not limited to: serving as a role model for our athletes, exhibiting good sporting behavior, assisting the head coach in fund raising and promotional activities, breaking down game film and illustrating defensive tendencies of opponents, other special projects as assigned by the Head Coach. Position will also assist the head football coach and the Offensive Coordinator with the following duties: Coaching wide receivers position; recruit assigned athletes in designated area; assist to schedule events; plan individual travel for recruiting; budget recruiting funds, prepare and produce breakdown of opponents tendencies for position players review and scouting reports. Assist head coach with fund raising activities; assist with the development of the defensive/offensive playbook and assist with related special projects as assigned.

Required Education

Bachelors degree

Required Related Experience

Two years high school, college or professional coaching and/or collegiate competition experience. Must have; experience in the sport of football as a player and/or as a coach; necessary skills to teach the fundamentals of the sport with defense/offense being a major aspect of this position. Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations is essential.

Desirable Related Experience

Masters degree preferred. Prior College coaching experience preferred.

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following: Sick Leave Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty 13 paid University holidays Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents Click here for additional information.

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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

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Application Review Date: January 19, 2026; for optimal consideration, please apply before December 12, 2025

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