Football Operations Supervisor & Running Back Coach

Ontario University Athletics; Guelph; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian university athletics program in Guelph is seeking a Temporary full-time Football Operations Supervisor - Running Back Coach. This leadership position involves managing football operations, coaching student-athletes, and enhancing community engagement. The ideal candidate should possess an undergraduate degree, relevant coaching experience, and strong organizational and communication skills. This role supports diversity and equity initiatives while contributing to the program's success.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of relevant experience in coaching or athletics.
• Commitment to Safe Sport practices and transformational coaching.
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion efforts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day football operations and logistics.
• Coach student-athletes and plan individual practice sessions.
• Oversee recruitment and evaluation of prospective student-athletes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team building

Conflict management

Education

Undergraduate degree

Tools

NCCP High Performance Level I coaching certification

Job description

Football Operations Supervisor - Running Back Coach

Location: Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1

Primary Category Page: Staff and Management

Requisition ID: 2084

Department: Athletics
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

Temporary full-time from 02/16/2026 to 02/15/2028

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Career Opportunities (sapsf.com)

General Purpose

The University of Guelph is located in the City of Guelph which is a vibrant community of over 150,000 people, located in south-western Ontario, 100 kilometres west of Toronto.

Consistently ranked one of the best comprehensive universities in Canada, the University of Guelph is committed to the development of the whole student. Intercollegiate programs within the department of Athletics play a valuable role in supporting this mission. These programs provide student-athletes with important experiential learning opportunities that prepare them for life and future employment while in pursuit of excellence. The University has a strong athletics program covering excellence in varsity programs, intramurals, interest classes, lifestyle development, sports clubs and fitness. Extensive athletic and recreation facilities support these programs.

Reporting to the Head Coach, Football, the Assistant Coach, Football (Operations Manager / Running Backs Coach) is a key leadership position within the Gryphons Football infrastructure. This dual-role position provides leadership in both football operations and on-field coaching, ensuring the Gryphon Football program operates efficiently, professionally, and in full alignment with University of Guelph, OUA, and U SPORTS standards. The position contributes directly to the competitive success and long-term sustainability of the program through athlete development, operational excellence, and community engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting all phases of a U SPORTS football program. This includes coordinating day-to-day football operations, assisting with the execution of the annual plan, and managing logistics related to facilities, equipment, travel, scheduling, and game-day operations. The incumbent will work closely with the Head Coach and coaching staff to ensure the program is fully prepared to operate at an optimal level throughout the competitive and off-season periods, while maintaining strict compliance with University, conference, and national governing body policies and procedures.

In addition to operational responsibilities, the Assistant Coach serves as the Running Backs Coach and is responsible for the planning and delivery of all individual practice plans, drills, and skill development sessions for the position group. Working collaboratively within the offensive staff, the incumbent will coach student-athletes daily, support their technical and tactical development, and contribute to weekly game planning. The position also involves creating and implementing individual performance plans, conducting regular evaluations and exit meetings, and supporting student-athlete growth both on and off the field.

The role includes a contribution to recruitment and talent evaluation. Under the direction of the Head Coach and Director of Player Personnel, the Assistant Coach will attend and evaluate prospective student-athletes, assist with player assessments, and support recruitment efforts in alignment with institutional standards and academic expectations. The assistant coach will also be asked to contribute to performance analysis through the use of football video, data analytics, and sport science information to support strategic decision-making and athlete development.

A core component of this position involves leadership of revenue-generating initiatives and community engagement activities. The Assistant Coach will oversee the operational planning and delivery of football camps, skill clinics, and external programming, including curriculum development, staffing, equipment, and compliance requirements. The incumbent will also take a lead role in coordinating community initiatives and fundraising events, supporting alumni engagement, and assisting with the development and fulfillment of sponsorship opportunities in collaboration with the Athletics Department. Supervision of student staff and volunteers is an integral part of ensuring these initiatives are delivered professionally and effectively.

The successful candidate must value diversity of experiences and perspectives and will play a significant role in supporting and enhancing Athletic and Recreation’s Safe Sport, Indigenization, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and community building efforts, actions and initiatives.

Requirements

• An Undergraduate degree with two (2) years of relevant experience.
• NCCP High Performance Level I coaching certification or equivalent, and experience coaching at the high performance level.
• A knowledge of and commitment to Safe Sport practices, transformational coaching, OUA/U Sports rules and regulations, and the student athlete experience are essential to this role.
• A commitment to excellence
• Superior organizational and communication skills
• Strong team building and conflict management skills
• A demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An understanding and appreciation of the University’s unique environment, as well as adhere to University and Department expectations, policies, and regulations.

Employee Type: Temporary
Position Number: 10914648
Classification: P&M FT- Band 03
Professional/Managerial Salary Bands
The target hiring salary for this position is minimum and up to 96% of midpoint for the salary grade.

*Tentative evaluation; subject to committee review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 01/20/2026
Closing Date: 01/27/2026