Assistant Coach - Football (Running Backs)
About The Position
This position provides support for the success of the Men’s Football program. Primary duties are coaching, skill development, recruiting, academic monitoring and development of positive team culture. Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come. Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- Collegiate coaching or playing experience
- Knowledge of NCAA Division I, Big East/Pioneer Football rules and regulations
- Outstanding verbal leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours required
Nice To Haves
- Desired candidate will have outstanding leadership and verbal communication skills and be able to work effectively with student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and other athletic staff
Responsibilities
- Assist the Head Coach with practice and game coaching
- Acts as the primary program lead for Running Backs
- Assist with coaching and teaching in team and individual settings
- Game preparation via game and practice planning (including film review)
- Identify, evaluate, and recruit students that can succeed at Butler both academically and athletically
- Help build and maintain a positive culture through collaboration with administrators, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning staff, sport coaches, student-athletes, and other athletic personnel
- Contribute to personal development of student-athletes
- Other duties as assigned by Head Coach
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
