Staff Posting Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

P01265

Position Type

Coach

Department

Coaches

Working Title

Staff Posting Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

P01265

Position Type

Coach

Department

Coaches

Working Title

Full-time Assistant Football Coach – Defensive Assistant

Classification

Assistant Athletic Coach -SU226

Position Summary Information

| Nature of position | Permanent, Part-time | | If Temporary, Start Date | | | If Temporary, End Date | | | If part-time, hours per week | | | If part-time, percent time | | | Days Worked | Monday – Friday, Including practices. | | Hours/Shift worked | 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Including practices. | | Union | APSCUF - Coaches |

Posting Detail Information

| Job Summary/Basic Function |

About the position:

The Full-Time Assistant Football Coach is to assist the Head Football Coach with the daily operations of conducting a successful Football program, specifically serving as a defensive assistant.

Join Our Team at Millersville University!

Position Salary: Contract renewed on annual basis.
Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans – Choose from two excellent options
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge
• Full Benefits Summary (PDF)

Why Millersville?

Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania , Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. We’re known for:

• Strong student-faculty connections
• 70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate programs
• A stunning campus and vibrant community
• Outstanding job placement for graduates

With over 66,000 alumni across the globe, our impact is far-reaching—and growing.

Our Mission & Values:

At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion.

We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence —creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We believe diversity is a strength, and we actively seek individuals who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our community.

Equal Opportunity for All:

Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

The State System Employee Benefits Summary for coaches can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/hr/labor-relations/documents/cba/coaches-cba.pdf . | | Duties and Responsibilities |
Report to the Head Football Coach and assist in the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the team’s program. Specific duties are listed below:

• Coach a position group and handle all academic, social and athletic details associated with the players in that group.
• Assist in the development of the defensive game plans.
• Assist in the development of the special teams’ game plans.
• Assists in the development and implementation of a successful recruitment and retention plan of prospective student-athletes
• Performs video editing tasks for practice, game and opponent video.
• Review practice and game video with coaches and players. Grade player performance.
• Maintains accurate records of student athletes’ academic and athletic lives & monitors athlete’s social media sites.
• Assists in maintenance, purchasing and inventory of team’s equipment.
• Assists in all fundraising efforts and attends all meetings, practices and team functions.
• Pass the NCAA DII rules exams & performs off campus recruiting.
• Is aware of and compliant with all NCAA, PSAC and Millersville University rules and regulations.
• Assists the head coach in all internal requirements of the football program as assigned.
• Submit monthly work schedules to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and comply with schedule once approved.
• Attend appropriate Athletic departmental staff meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

| | Required Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s degree. - Successful defensive coaching experience at the NCAA collegiate level. - Successful experience and/or knowledge of recruiting prospective Student-athletes. - Demonstrated commitment to promoting student-athlete welfare and academic success. - Demonstrated excellent leadership skills and ability to motivate student-athletes. - Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. - Evidence of: - recruiting and working effectively with student-athletes of diverse races and cultures. - complying fully with association and conference regulations.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and working with diverse student populations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Knowledge of the PSAC. - Knowledge of Division II football. - Recruiting experience in PA and Mid-Atlantic Region. - Successful experience coaching special teams at the NCAA collegiate level. - Knowledge of Teamworks and Compliance Hub.

| | Essential Functions |
Please Note: These duties are to be performed with or without an accommodation. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

• Indoor and Outdoor Facilities.
• Understanding of written directions.
• Extensive writing skills (prepare and organize complex documents)
• Extensive verbal communication skills (provide information and assistance regularly).
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to drive university vehicles.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

| | Posting Open Date | 02/10/2026 | | Posting Close Date | 02/25/2026 | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Quicklink for Posting/Requisition | https://jobs.millersville.edu/posting... |

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 2. Resume

Optional Documents 1. Unofficial Transcripts 1 2. Other Document 1 3. Other Document 2 4. Reference Letter 1 5. Reference Letter 2 6. DD 214

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