Union College Career Center in Becker Hall·Schenectady, New York
Assist the Head Coach in developing and leading a competitive Division III football program. Responsibilities include recruiting prospective student-athletes, coaching players, and ensuring academic success and NCAA compliance.
Under the direction of the Head Football Coach organizes, develops, and leads a highly competitive Division III football program in support of the mission and core values of Union College.
The position includes secondary duties within the athletic department.
The football program is a member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III and the Liberty League.
Union College sponsors 27 intercollegiate sports, 25 in Division III, with Ice Hockey competing at Division I.
Job Title: Assistant Football Coach Supervisor: Head Football Coach Pay status and classification: Non-exempt, regular part-time.
This is a 10-month position.
This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.
Position Purpose: Under the direction of the Head Football Coach organizes, develops, and leads a highly competitive Division III football program in support of the mission and core values of Union College.
The position includes secondary duties within the athletic department.
The football program is a member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III and the Liberty League.
Union College sponsors 27 intercollegiate sports, 25 in Division III, with Ice Hockey competing at Division I.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Recruitment: Assists in recruiting and retaining top prospective student athletes who are fully engaged in the mission of Union College.
Collaborates with the head coach and admissions department to arrange on-campus visits for all prospective student-athletes and their families.
Ensures compliance with all recruitment policies and procedures.
Demonstrates effective teaching methods and possesses excellent leadership. Partners with the athletics trainer to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all participants. Analyzes practice and game film using HUDL Focus software.
Student-Athlete
Development: Works proactively with campus stakeholders to ensure the academic success of student-athletes. Mentors student-athletes.
Supports aspects designated by the head coach of the football program adhering to NCAA, league, and department compliance. Pitches in to assist colleagues as needed.
Bachelor’s degree and/or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and/or work experience. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. Ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.), and stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time. Must possess or obtain a valid New York State driver’s license. Thorough understanding and working knowledge of federal, state, local, and NCAA, rules, policies and procedures. Strong oral and written communication skills, including attention to detail. Effective computer skills for recruiting and game analysis software. Able to work in a fast-paced environment and be self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Able to exercise exceptional judgment, ensure strict confidentiality, and demonstrate outstanding professionalism in a range of situations. Able to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community of students, alumni, faculty, and fellow professionals.
Defensive coaching experience of the DB, LB, or Safety positions and/or playing experience at the college level preferred.
The expected hourly rate for this position is $16.50. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and a valid New York State driver's license. Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule and perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs.
Market context
In New York, assistant football coach roles are often tied to school athletics calendars, so demand can rise around seasonal program needs and student activity schedules. These positions can be competitive because schools typically look for candidates who can balance coaching duties, a flexible schedule, physical demands, and required credentials such as a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and a valid New York State driver’s license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and if you apply, be ready to show how your availability and experience fit the team’s schedule and lifting requirements.
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