Assistant Football Coach

Texas A&M University System • Prairie View, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Prairie View A&M University’s Athletic Administration department is hiring an Assistant Football Coach to assist the Head Football Coach with administration and management of the team. The position’s coaching assignments are Cornerbacks Coach and Defensive Passing Coordinator. The salary is commensurate with education and experience and determined under the University’s compensation structure within the assigned salary range.

The coach supports daily football team operations, NCAA and SWAC compliance, recruiting, and monitoring student-athletes’ academic progress. The position also includes attending coaching clinics, workshops, conventions, and continuing NCAA Rules Training. Applicants must submit a resume or curriculum vitae and a cover letter through the PVAMU Career Site. Employment is contingent on verification of credentials and completion of a criminal history check. The posting remains open until filled.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of coaching experience.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Applicants seeking consideration for degree equivalency must have four years of related experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree, in addition to the minimum required experience, for a total of seven years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach with the daily administration, management, and operations of the football team.
• Coach cornerbacks and serve as Defensive Passing Coordinator.
• Monitor compliance with NCAA and SWAC rules and regulations and report violations to the proper official.
• Attend coaches’ clinics, workshops, conventions, and continuing NCAA Rules Training to stay informed of rule changes and current events.
• Assist with football program recruiting by identifying and attracting prospective student-athletes from high schools and junior colleges.
• Assist in monitoring the academic progress of football student-athletes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level