Assistant Football Coach / Defensive Coordinator

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Department:

Athletics

Locations:

Morrisville, NY

Posted:

Oct 2, 2025

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time

Position ID:

193500

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About SUNY Morrisville:

SUNY Morrisville, a college that leverages the expansive resources of the State University of New York, is a model of innovative applied education. Located in the center of New York State, the college offers students hands-on, experiential learning in modern classrooms and specialized facilities, many of which are rare or one-of-a-kind in higher education. Morrisville's 3,000 students - who come from diverse backgrounds across the state and around the world - choose from more than 50 associate and bachelor degree programs that embrace agriculture, technology, business, social sciences, including Psychology, Criminal Justice, and the liberal arts. An internship program that prepares students for success in the 21st-century workplace ranks among the top ten in the nation. At Morrisville, motivated students work alongside talented faculty members - many with field experience - to imagine, build, and test practical, sustainable solutions to some of the fundamental questions confronting a shrinking world with diminishing resources. 

The Morrisville campus is 30 miles southeast of Syracuse and 30 miles southwest of Utica; it is a half-hour drive from the New York State Thruway with easy access to Albany (two hours), Rochester (two hours), Buffalo (three hours) and New York City (four hours).

The Norwich Campus of SUNY Morrisville has been serving the Norwich community and the surrounding areas for more than 46 years, offering students associate degree options such as Criminal Justice, Computer Information Technology, and Nursing. The campus is also used by businesses, not-for-profits and community partners for training, events and videoconferencing.

The Syracuse Educational Opportunity Center (EOC), administered by SUNY Morrisville, provides the urban community of Syracuse with innovative academic programs leading to higher education as well as vocational training programs leading to gainful employment and economic self-sufficiency.

Recognizing the importance of diversity in assuring the success of students and graduates in an increasingly global environment, SUNY Morrisville is committed to equity and inclusion in all aspects of hiring and employment.

Job Description:

Campus Title:  Assistant Football Coach / Defensive Coordinator

Budget Title: Assistant Coach

Unit:  08-UUP, view our generous state benefits package here!

Professional Rank and Salary Range:  SL-2; $43,000 - 45,000 DOE

Duration:  College Year (this position works 11-months of the year, enjoy the month of July off!)

Brief Description of Duties:

SUNY Morrisville is seeking candidates for the full-time position of Assistant Football Coach.  Coaching duties include assisting the Head Coach in the management of the college's NCAA Division III Football team including recruitment and retention of team members, practice and game preparation, scheduling, and travel needs.  The position may have a secondary duty outside of coaching in the athletic department which will help with the day-to-day operations or game-day management for the department. SUNY Morrisville competes in the Empire 8 Conference. SUNY Morrisville is seeking candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to providing leadership in building competitive, academically focused and community minded environments. 

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Strong knowledge and understanding of NCAA Football rules and regulations
• Experience with defensive positions

Preferred:

• 5+ years experience coaching college football
• Previous NCAA coaching experience
• Familiarity with New York and regional recruiting
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Additional Information:

SUNY Morrisville is committed to creating a vibrant community enriched by diverse perspectives, talents and experiences, and prohibits discrimination in employment based on gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, physical capability, age, creed, sexual identity, veteran status, and economic means.  We encourage applications from candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to the diversity of our college community. AA/EEO/ADA

In accordance with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" institutions of higher education are required to prepare an annual report containing information on campus security policies and campus statistics. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by SUNY Morrisville; and on property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a printed copy of this report by contacting SUNY Morrisville University Police at (315) 684-6410, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities at (315) 684-6070, Office of Human Resources at (315) 684-6038 and or by accessing the following web site: https://www.morrisville.edu/contact/o...

Application Instructions:

Application Deadline:   Although applications will be accepted until the position is filled, candidates should submit their application by December 1, 2025 , to assure optimal consideration.

Application Procedure:  Applicants must submit all required materials directly through the online job application posting. 

Application Materials: Please provide Cover Letter, Resume, and at least three employment references (we will not contact references without prior permission).

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