Assistant Football Coach

Assistant Football Coach –
University of Minnesota

• Assist the head coach in developing and maintaining a competitive intercollegiate football program within the NCAA and the Big Ten Conference.
• Instruct student‑athletes in fundamentals of sport technique and strategy.
• Plan and execute practice and competition schedules, including evaluation of opponents.
• Evaluate and recruit qualified student‑athletes whose athletic talent and academic abilities make them strong candidates for success at the University.
• Perform administrative duties such as budget planning, scheduling competitions, and coordinating team travel.
• Support the department’s guiding principles, values, and strategic plan, with an emphasis on equity and diversity.
• Provide opportunities for student‑athletes to develop life and leadership skills.
• Monitor academic progress to help athletes achieve full potential.
• Maintain effective relationships within the athletics department, the University, community, booster clubs, alumni, high‑school coaches, media, and the general public.
• Represent the University positively in private and public forums.
• Adhere to all laws, policies, rules and regulations of the University, Athletics Department, the Big Ten Conference, and the NCAA.

• Bachelor’s degree
• College football coaching experience
• Valid driver’s license

• Division I coaching experience

$45,500.00 – $, depending on education, qualifications and experience.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities, including professional training and degree‑seeking programs
• Low‑cost medical, dental and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent‑care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program – eight free counseling sessions
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

The University of Minnesota provides equal access and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees from a diverse workforce.

Applications must be submitted online. Attach a cover letter and résumé. For accommodations, contact employ or call (612) 624‑8647.

Position type:
Faculty and P&A Staff (100% appointment). Travel: up to 50% expected.