Running Backs Coach & Recruiting Coordinator

Job Title

Running Backs Coach & Recruiting Coordinator

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

University Athletics - Football

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

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Job Title

Running Backs Coach & Recruiting Coordinator

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

University Athletics - Football

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Running Backs Coach & Recruiting Coordinator is responsible for leading and organizing the football program’s recruiting operations while coaching and developing the running backs unit. This position plays a critical role in identifying, evaluating, recruiting, and retaining qualified student-athletes who align with the institution’s academic standards, athletic philosophy, and NCAA Division II regulations. The position also contributes to the overall success of the football program through on-field coaching, player development, and administrative support.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recruiting Coordination

• Serve as the primary coordinator for all football recruiting operations and workflows.
• Develop, implement, and manage an annual recruiting plan aligned with roster needs and program goals.
• Coordinate campus visits (official and unofficial), including itineraries, compliance documentation, and communication with campus partners.
• Maintain recruiting boards, databases, and evaluation materials.
• Assign recruiting territories and monitor recruiting activity of assistant football coaches.
• Evaluate prospective student-athletes through film review, in-person evaluations, and communication with high school and junior college coaches.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the compliance office to ensure all recruiting activities adhere to NCAA Division II, conference, and institutional rules.
• Track recruiting metrics, commitments, and signing class progress; and provide regular reports to the Head Coach.
• Assist with transfer portal evaluation and communication.

Coaching – Running Backs

• Coach and develop the running backs unit, emphasizing fundamentals, technique, discipline, and player safety.
• Design and implement position-specific practice drills and skill development plans.
• Assist in game planning, film breakdown, and opponent analysis related to offensive strategy.
• Coach running backs during practices, meetings, and competitions.
• Contribute to offensive schemes, play installation, and in-game adjustments as assigned by the Head Coach or Offensive Coordinator.
• Support the holistic development of student-athletes, including leadership, academic accountability, and personal growth.

Program & Administrative Responsibilities

• Assist with practice planning, scheduling, and daily football operations.
• Participate in staff meetings, clinics, and professional development opportunities.
• Support academic monitoring and retention efforts for student-athletes.
• Assist with summer camps, clinics, fundraising, and community engagement activities.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Collegiate or high-level coaching experience in football, preferably coaching running backs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA Division II recruiting rules and regulations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel extensively and work beyond normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional and ethical standards.

• Physical Requirements 

  • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 
  • Working in all weather conditions, exposure to high noise levels, standing throughout the day, the ability to use a loud voice at practices and events and physical involvement in all practices and workouts with players. 
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• This position may be required to handle Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined by Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations, in accordance with System policy and is further required to complete FERPA and HIPAA training as a condition of employment, within a reasonable timeframe after employment and on an as-needed basis thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Prior experience serving as a recruiting coordinator or in a lead recruiting role.
• Established recruiting relationships with high school and junior college coaches.
• Experience with recruiting software and video analysis platforms.
• Experience within NCAA Division II or similar competitive level.
• CPR Certification

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position may supervise employees.

Texas A&M University-Texarkana provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits

• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options

• Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with 8.25% employer contribution

• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b)

• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses

• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities

• 75% waiver of tuition and fees for employees/spouses/children

• Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance

_ To be considered for this position, your application must be submitted no later than January 12, 2026 _

To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume, and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact HR@tamut.edu

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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