Assistant Football Coach - Wide Receivers

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Department:

Athletics

Locations:

Marietta, OH

Posted:

Feb 6, 2026

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time

Position ID:

197097

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About Marietta College:

For nearly two centuries, Marietta College has embraced its commitment to serving young adults seeking to better their lives and to turn their life's passions into actionable good in the world. Committed to a contemporary liberal arts education and home to the 16th oldest chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, Marietta offers more than 40 undergraduate programs as well as graduate programs in Physician Assistant Studies, Sustainability Leadership, and Psychology.  
 
At Marietta, students learn from talented faculty members who are respected in their fields and wholly dedicated to teaching the next generation of leaders. Our professors share their knowledge with students and challenge them to develop their skillsets through serious research, experiential opportunities, and internships. Every student completes Marietta's rigorous General Education Curriculum, which builds strong communication skills and exposes students to new ideas and interests.  
 
Our varsity athletic teams compete in NCAA Division III and against some of the best in the nation as a member of the Ohio Athletic Conference and Mid-Atlantic Rowing Conference. Marietta has won six national championships and 64 conference titles, including an OAC-record 46 baseball titles.  

More than 26,000 living members of The Long Blue Line proudly support their alma mater and help current students gain internships and connections into their chosen industries. This support, in addition to the vibrant growth on campus, is one of the reasons why The Chronicle of Higher Education named Marietta College one of the Great Colleges to Work For.  
 
The College sits on 90 picturesque acres in Marietta, Ohio, located just blocks from a historic downtown and the Ohio River.  
 
For more information about the College, please visit marietta.edu.

Job Description:

Marietta College seeks a full-time offensive skills assistant football coach and instructor to work with wide receivers.  The position is designed to provide future head coaches with a rich blend of coaching and administrative experience at a competitive NCAA, Division III private college.  This 10-month, administrative, full-time position includes the following:

Job Duties

*Teach proper wide receiver techniques in concert with the expectations of the Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator and assess skill development.
*Coordination of all coaching assignments for the offensive staff including film breakdown, on field, and all administrative responsibilities.
*Instruct concepts of overall physical health and safety for both individuals and the team.
*Supervision of all offensive student-athletes and managers within a program of practices and competition that shows concern for the players' health and welfare, physical and psychological preparation.
*Educate students on NCAA Division III rules and Marietta College Athletics Department Learning Outcomes
*Foster and assist with positive student-faculty communication
*Monitor position group's academic progress in consultation with the Academic Resource Center and the team's academic coordinator
*Recruit future student athletes, with metrics provided by the Head Coach, who understand and are prepared for the demands presented by small, private-college, non-scholarship athletic programs
*Contribute to scouting and game planning
*Promote games to the local community in coordination with Sports Information and Student Development Offices
*Create high light videos
*Manage social media accounts
*Teach a lifetime skill class in the Physical Education department
*Other duties as assigned for administration of the athletic department may include, but not be limited to: game day administration, facility supervision, intramural planning and supervision, sports information assistance, or other.

Requirements:

Professional Expectations

Uphold the high professional standard of conduct expected of each person on campus and outlined in our Employee Handbook. 
Foster a cooperative work environment and provide mutual support with all constituencies and colleagues. 
Represent the program and Marietta College with sportsmanship, integrity, and a high degree of professionalism. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required and previous college playing and coaching experience preferred
Exceptional understanding of offensive football with strong knowledge of the technical aspects of every offensive position
Interpersonal communication skills necessary to successfully teach and motivate student athletes and work effectively with various constituents on and off campus.
Knowledge of NCAA, OAC and Marietta College rules and guidelines
Knowledge of recruiting software, scouting software and Microsoft Office products.
Strength and Conditioning Certification encouraged
Must possess a strong commitment to diversity and inclusiveness
Current valid driver's license and successful completion of a background check. 
Flexibility to work nights and weekends
Must be able to travel, and possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable by Marietta's insurance carrier

Must successfully complete a background check

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. All applications/resumes must be submitted through this online process. We regret that we are unable to accept applications or resumes submitted by mail, email, or fax. As you are submitting your application via this online process, please be sure to provide an accurate email address. You will then receive an acknowledgment indicating your application materials have been received.

Marietta College is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Marietta College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender orientation, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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