Head Coach - Flag Football (9-Month Part-Time)

University of North Texas System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Texas System seeks a dynamic Head Coach for Women’s Flag Football at UNT Dallas to build and lead a competitive program from the ground up, aligned with NAIA standards and the university’s mission.

You will establish a culture of excellence emphasizing academics, athletic development, leadership, and personal growth, shaping the program’s identity and long-term success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of playing and coaching experience.
• Knowledge of flag football rules, strategies, and sport-specific skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor student-athletes and build a positive team culture.
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to support recruiting and fundraising efforts and contribute to growth and visibility of the program.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and manage all aspects of the Women’s Flag Football program, including planning, practices, competition, and student-athlete development.
• Recruit, evaluate, retain, and develop student-athletes who meet academic standards and program culture.
• Establish a disciplined, competitive team environment reflecting university and department values.
• Maintain NAIA, conference, university, and Title IX compliance and standards.
• Collaborate on budgeting, scheduling, operations, and long-term planning.
• Partner with athletic training and medical staff to support health and safety.
• Oversee travel, equipment, scheduling, and operational needs of the program.
• Lead community engagement, outreach, and visibility efforts for the program.
• Support fundraising, sponsorship, donor engagement, and advancement initiatives.
• Build relationships with campus partners, alumni, and community organizations to boost program visibility and game-day experience.

Skills

Flag football knowledge

Mentorship

Communication

Leadership

Recruiting

Fundraising

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of playing and coaching experience

Job description

Title: Head Coach - Flag Football (9-Month Part-Time)

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Office of the President

SubDivision-Department: DAL-Office of the President

Department: DAL-Athletics Admin-500400

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $10.50/hour

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

UNT Dallas athletics supports 6 intercollegiate sports. The department is a member of the NAIA as well as the Sooner Athletic Conference. Its administrators, staff, coaches and students follow the 5 core values of the NAIA including respect, responsibility, integrity sportsmanship, and servant leadership while also following the missing of UNT Dallas.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas at Dallas is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and student-centered leader to serve as the Head Coach for its Women’s Flag Football program. This role presents a unique opportunity to build and lead a competitive, high-character program from the ground up, aligned with the mission and values of the university and the standards of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).

The Head Coach will be responsible for establishing a culture of excellence that prioritizes academic achievement, athletic development, leadership, and personal growth. This individual will play a critical role in shaping the identity, visibility, and long-term success of Women’s Flag Football at UNT Dallas.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of competitive playing and coaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of flag football rules, strategies, and sport-specific skills.
• Ability to teach and develop student-athletes, build a positive team culture, and provide effective leadership and mentorship.
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to support recruiting and fundraising efforts and contribute to the growth and visibility of the program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Head coaching experience preferred.
• Experience building or expanding an athletic program strongly preferred.

Job Duties

• Build, lead, and manage all aspects of the Women’s Flag Football program, including program planning, practices, competition, and student-athlete development.
• Recruit, evaluate, retain, and develop student-athletes who align with UNT Dallas’ academic standards and program culture, while supporting academic progress and student-athlete success.
• Establish and maintain a positive, disciplined, and competitive team environment that reflects university and departmental values.
• Maintain compliance with applicable NAIA, conference, university, and Title IX requirements, policies, and standards.
• Collaborate with athletic administration on budgeting, scheduling, program operations, and long-term program planning.
• Partner with athletic training and medical staff to support student-athlete health, safety, and well-being.
• Oversee team travel, equipment, scheduling, and other operational and logistical needs of the program.
• Lead community engagement, outreach, and visibility efforts to promote and grow the Women’s Flag Football program.
• Support and actively participate in fundraising, sponsorship, donor engagement, and advancement initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with campus partners, alumni, community organizations, and marketing and communications partners to support program visibility, game‑day experience, and the overall success of UNT Dallas Athletics.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• Low temperatures.
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Elevated temperatures.
• Noisy environments.
• Small and/or enclosed spaces.

Work Schedule

9 Month Schedule/part-time 19 hours per week

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.