Head Women's Flag Football Coach

Westminster University•Salt Lake City, UT

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Westminster University is seeking a Head Women's Flag Football Coach to build and lead its Women's Flag Football program. In the first year, this is a part-time role focused on recruiting 15 student-athletes and establishing the program's operational foundation. In the second year, the position transitions to full-time, including benefits, and will oversee coaching, student-athlete development, competitive operations, and program growth. The coach reports to the Director of Athletics and must adhere to all institutional, conference, and national governing body regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Previous Flag Football coaching experience or significant competitive playing experience.
Strong knowledge of Flag Football rules, strategies, skill development, and accepted safety practices.
Demonstrated ability to teach, motivate, mentor, and build positive relationships with college students.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to plan and manage multiple responsibilities, including scheduling, travel, budgets, equipment, and team communication.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively while demonstrating sound judgment and high ethical standards.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification before the start of team activities.
Valid driver's license and the ability to meet university requirements for driving university or rental vehicles, if driving is assigned.
Ability to successfully complete required background screening and university training.
Professional demeanor and ability to work effectively with students, families, staff, faculty, administrators, opponents, officials, and the public.
Commitment to supporting Westminster University's mission and creating an environment of belonging, respect, and opportunity for all students.
Promote an Inclusive Westminster through demonstration of the commitments included in the Westminster University Diversity Statement.
Participate in activities that deepen understanding and awareness of issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Collegiate coaching experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a Year 1 recruiting plan to build a roster of 11-15 student-athletes.
Plan and lead safe, organized, and effective practices focusing on individual skills, team strategy, conditioning, and competitive readiness.
Provide coaching and leadership during practices, competitions, tournaments, and other team activities.
Establish clear team expectations and foster a positive, inclusive, accountable, and student-centered culture.
Maintain an active recruiting pipeline to support sustainable enrollment, roster depth, and retention.
Support the retention and development of team members through communication, mentorship, and attention to academic and personal well-being.
Coordinate the competitive schedule, tournament entries, facility needs, officials, and team travel.
Develop and manage the program budget, including monitoring expenses, purchasing, dues, fundraising, and equipment needs.
Maintain accurate team rosters, eligibility information, participation records, waivers, travel documents, and other required program records.
Ensure practices, travel, and competitions comply with university risk-management expectations and applicable Flag Football safety and competition standards.
Beginning in Year 2, hire, supervise, and develop one part-time assistant coach and any approved volunteer assistant coaches.
Collaborate with Athletics, Admissions, Marketing and Communications, facilities, and other campus partners.
Represent Westminster University professionally and promote sportsmanship.
Complete required training and meetings and comply with all university, Athletics, and Club Sports policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.