Title: Assistant Football Coach
Department: Athletics
The University of Pikeville in Pikeville, Kentucky is seeking an innovative professional for the position of
Assistant Football Coach within the Athletic Department. This is an exceptional opportunity for a
motivated and accomplished leader to join an innovative Athletic Department valuing academic and out-
of-classroom experiences. The Assistant Football Coach will report to the Head Football Coach.
Responsibilities:
• Assist in the management and supervision of athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions,
to promote individual growth in athletic skills, leadership, teamwork, discipline, respect, and
good sportsmanship.
• Participate in the recruitment and scouting process of all prospective football players.
• Assist in scheduling and conducting all practice sessions and games, both home and away.
• Ensure all football coaches work together toward a common goal within the football program
Title: Assistant Football Coach
Department: Athletics
The University of Pikeville in Pikeville, Kentucky is seeking an innovative professional for the position of
Assistant Football Coach within the Athletic Department. This is an exceptional opportunity for a
motivated and accomplished leader to join an innovative Athletic Department valuing academic and out-
of-classroom experiences. The Assistant Football Coach will report to the Head Football Coach.
Responsibilities:
• Assist in the management and supervision of athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions,
to promote individual growth in athletic skills, leadership, teamwork, discipline, respect, and
good sportsmanship.
• Participate in the recruitment and scouting process of all prospective football players.
• Assist in scheduling and conducting all practice sessions and games, both home and away.
• Ensure all football coaches work together toward a common goal within the football program
and provide unity within the community.
• Participate in game planning in conjunction with the Head Coach.
• Assist the Head Football Coach with office and administrative duties as assigned.
• Recruiting athletically and academically quailed students.
• Retaining students in the program.
• Responsible to understand the expectations of the Athletic Department.
• Provides for the safety of students and coaches, facilities and equipment while conducting
activities, practices, and competitions.
• Regularly attend and participate in department meetings and professional development
opportunities.
• Collaborate with campus constituents to assess, provide and improve student experience
related to the football program.
• Understanding the culture of the football program, athletic department and the campus.
• Understanding the NAIA eligibility rules.
• Operate university vehicles
• Other Duties as assigned.
Qualifications – Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree Required
• Three to Five years of experience coaching or playing at the collegiate level.
• Prior recruiting experience.
• Must be able to follow the vision of the Program
• Must be able to work under challenging conditions and with others.
• Willing to work late/flexible hours.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work with others and lead.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic
backgrounds, including those with disabilities.
• Understand how to work successfully as a team within all levels of the organization and know
how to contribute to the mission of the university.
Important Notes: Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet
the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required
qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly
qualified candidates. Please, specifically address the qualifications, competencies and desired
qualifications in your resume and application materials.
The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working
community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being
considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and
when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.
The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse,
broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race,
ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or
disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.
For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu. Interested
applicants should complete the online application by visiting https://www.upike.edu/offices/human-
resources/careers/. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to
their application a letter of interest, current resume, and contact information for three to five
professional references.
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