Assistant Football Coach

University of Northwestern - St. Paul; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Northwestern - St. Paul is seeking an Assistant Football Coach to support the Head Coach in program management. This part-time position requires 10–15 hours per week, focusing on player development, team operations, and alignment with NCAA standards.

Ideal candidates will have coaching experience and uphold the university's Christian mission, emphasizing student growth both athletically and spiritually. The role involves assisting with recruitment and academic support for student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated prior experience in football, with effective coaching skills.
• Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and uphold Northwestern’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach with practice planning, game preparation, and scouting.
• Support recruitment of prospective student-athletes.
• Evaluate and submit Physical Education grades.

Skills

Independent & Teamwork

Confidentiality

Organizational Skills

Technical Proficiency

Written & Verbal Communication

Recruiting

Knowledgeability

Flexibility

Travel

Driver’s License

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Assistant Football Coach

VP Area: VP - Athletics

Department: Athletics

Position Compensation: $1500 / year

Location: University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota

Who We Are:

Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary:

This position supports the Head Coach in all aspects of program management, including player development, recruitment, and team operations, fostering a positive, competitive, and academically supportive environment that aligns with university and NCAA standards.

Part-time seasonal position, 10 – 15 hours/week

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Coach with all aspects of practice planning, game preparation, and opponent scouting.
• Support scouting and recruitment of prospective student-athletes.
• Teach, train, and evaluate student-athletes to support their athletic and academic development.
• Assist with evaluating and submitting Physical Education grades.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
• Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students, all employees act as a minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students in growing intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to mature in their faith.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Demonstrated prior experience in football, with the ability to effectively coach, instruct, and provide constructive feedback to student-athletes
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Nice to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Previous collegiate participation and/or coaching experience

Key Skills:

• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Recruiting: Ability to communicate the uniqueness of University of Northwestern to prospective athletes and their parents
• Knowledgeability: Knowledge and understanding of collegiate sport rules and regulations
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Travel: Willingness and ability to travel occasionally for work-related purposes.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Background Check: Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.

Work Environment:

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

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