Football Quality Control/Assistant Coach

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed educational institution is seeking a Football Quality Control/Assistant Coach to support the football program's operations, technical coaching, and player development. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. This full-time position includes days, evenings, and weekends, with responsibilities including opponent scouting and contributing to a high-performance culture. The role offers an engaging work environment within a committed community focused on well-being and equal opportunities for all employees.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience in a coaching or sports environment.
• Ability to lift and manage objects up to 50 lbs.
• Experience in providing detailed analysis and strategic support.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of the football program including coaching and player development.
• Deliver detailed performance analysis to enhance program outcomes.
• Coordinate recruiting operations and materials preparation.

Skills

Technical coaching

Opponent scouting

Player development

Administrative coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Job Title Football Quality Control/Assistant Coach

Job Title Football Quality Control/Assistant Coach

Job Details

• Requisition Number RE52526
• Department Name 12B00: Mens Sports
• Work Location Lexington, KY
• Grade Level 00
• Type of Position Staff
• Position Time Status Full-Time
• Required Education BA
• Additional Information Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
• Required Related Experience 3 yrs
• Required License/Registration/Certification None
• Physical Requirements To be able to lift, push, pull objects up to 50 lbs.
• Shift Days, Evenings & Weekends
• Deadline To Apply 01/28/2026

Job Summary

The Football Quality Control Assistant plays a critical role in supporting all aspects of the football program, including technical coaching, opponent scouting, player development, recruiting operations, and administrative coordination. This position enhances program performance by delivering detailed analysis, preparing strategic materials, and contributing to a high-performance culture aligned with SEC and institutional standards.

• Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

• Preferred Education/Experience Master’s

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.