Assistant Football Coach

Texas A&M University System • Commerce, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY: The Assistant Coach provides assistance to the Head Football Coach. As a proud member of the third-largest institution in The Texas A&M University System, ETAMU fosters a strong professional environment that supports career growth and academic excellence. ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Knowledge of football terminology and skill level.
• Ability to accumulate, organize, decipher and interpret recruiting notes.
• Strong professional and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and excellent typing ability.
• Ability to: Multi-task and work well as part of a team.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: Valid driver’s license.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to occasionally move approximately 50 pounds.
• Other Requirements: None

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree or in pursuit of Master’s Degree.
• Video editing, scouting and match preparation experience.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to adhering to all rules and regulations of East Texas A&M University, Conference, and the NCAA.
• Data Entry, Filing and Statistical Analysis
• Responsible for equipment inventory and requisition
• Coordinates housing needs of intercessions and pre-game meals with campus cafeteria
• Assists visiting teams with practice times and other necessary arrangements
• Assist with travel administration and scheduling
• Assist with camp organization and clinic administration
• Assist with recruiting organization and activities.
• Responsible for recruiting and public relations with high school and junior college transfer athletes upon taking and passing the NCAA Recruiting Test.
• Assist with player development, training, study table, etc.
• Assists with student-athlete admission/retention concerns
• Participate in practice and training sessions with potential for scrimmaging
• Video editing of practices, games and organizing work
• Assists with organization of conditioning programs in conjunction with Director of Strength and Conditioning
• Assists with opponent scouting and preparation
• Participate in University and public speaking appearances and gatherings
• Assists with all athletic events as determined by Athletic Administration and (SPORT) Head Coach
• Always represent the University positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and club coaches, media and general public
• Organization, participation and supervision of team activities
• Coordinates defensive game plans and calls defensive plays.

Benefits

• Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays, plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with optional additional retirement plans (ORP).
• Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time