Assistant Coach, Football, Part-Time

ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY; Moon (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Robert Morris University Athletics is seeking a part-time Assistant Football Coach to support the program during practices and games. The role focuses on developing a specific position group, leading drill work, and contributing to game-day strategy.

Responsibilities include film breakdown, opponent scouting, and recruiting student-athletes who meet academic and athletic standards. The position is non-benefit eligible, limited to 950 hours per year and generally no more than 29 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1-2 years coaching experience at high school varsity level or higher, OR 2-4 years as a collegiate student-athlete.

Responsibilities

• Develop a specific position group's technical development and tactical execution.
• Lead structured drill work during practices and contribute to game-day strategy.
• Assist with film breakdown and opponent scouting, and support recruitment of student-athletes meeting academic and athletic standards.

Skills

Coaching

Recruiting

Film analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Hudl

Catapult

Job description

RMU Athletics is looking for a Part-Time Assistant Football Coach. This is a part-time not benefit eligible position limited to 950 hours in a calendar year and generally no more than 29 hours per week on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• This role focuses on the technical development and tactical execution of a specific position group, designing and leading structured drill work during practices, and contributing to game-day strategy.
• The coach will assist with film breakdown, opponent scouting, and the identification and recruitment of high-caliber student-athletes who align with the academic and athletic standards of the institution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• Minimum of 1-2 years of coaching experience at the high school varsity level or higher, OR 2-4 years of experience as a student-athlete at the collegiate level.
• Proven experience coaching a specific position group (e.g., Defensive Backs, Offensive Line).
• Demonstrated success in recruiting student-athletes within the region.
• Must possess an advanced knowledge of modern football schemes, position-specific techniques, and player safety protocols, combined with a strict commitment to NCAA and conference compliance regulations. Exceptional skills in utilizing digital film software (such as Hudl or Catapult) for opponent scouting and practice breakdown are required, alongside strong talent evaluation skills for regional recruiting. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate with and mentor a diverse student-athlete population, fostering both athletic development and academic accountability. Additionally, the role demands high-stress adaptability on game days and the flexibility to work a demanding, non-traditional schedule including early mornings, evenings, and weekends throughout the football season.

Exemption Status

Non-Exempt

Act 153 Clearance Required

Yes

Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University)

No

Required to Pass a Credit Check

No

Additional Posting Information

None

Commitment to Diversity

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Advertised: August 4, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time