Assistant Football Coach – Wide Receivers

Wabash College, a NCAA Division III institution and member of the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC), seeks a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Assistant Football Coach to join our athletic staff. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a program that values excellence, character, and academic rigor.

The Wide Receivers Assistant Football Coach is responsible for coaching and developing the wide receiver unit for the Wabash College football program. This position includes technical instruction, practice planning for the position group, recruiting qualified student-athletes, and contributing to offensive game planning and strategy. The Wide Receivers Coach works collaboratively with the Head Football Coach, Offensive Coordinator, and staff to support competitive excellence while promoting the academic success, well-being, and personal development of student-athletes.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Coach and develop the wide receiver unit, including instruction in route running, releases, blocking techniques, ball skills, football IQ, and overall position fundamentals.
• Plan and conduct position-specific drills and meetings to support daily practice objectives and game preparation.
• Assist the Offensive Coordinator in game planning, opponent scouting, film breakdown, and play installation.
• Evaluate wide receiver performance through film analysis and provide constructive feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Recruit academically and athletically qualified student-athletes who align with the mission, values, and standards of Wabash College.
• Build and maintain relationships with high school coaches, prospects, and families throughout the recruiting process.
• Collaborate with the offensive staff to ensure cohesive offensive execution and alignment with overall team philosophy.
• Promote and ensure a commitment to student-athlete health, safety, academic success, and overall well-being.
• Support administrative responsibilities such as recruiting coordination, travel planning, equipment needs, and scheduling as assigned.
• Uphold and enforce institutional, conference, and NCAA Division III rules, regulations, and policies.
• Serve as a mentor and role model, fostering leadership, discipline, accountability, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

Wabash College, a NCAA Division III institution and member of the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC), seeks a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Assistant Football Coach to join our athletic staff. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a program that values excellence, character, and academic rigor.

The Wide Receivers Assistant Football Coach is responsible for coaching and developing the wide receiver unit for the Wabash College football program. This position includes technical instruction, practice planning for the position group, recruiting qualified student-athletes, and contributing to offensive game planning and strategy. The Wide Receivers Coach works collaboratively with the Head Football Coach, Offensive Coordinator, and staff to support competitive excellence while promoting the academic success, well-being, and personal development of student-athletes.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Coach and develop the wide receiver unit, including instruction in route running, releases, blocking techniques, ball skills, football IQ, and overall position fundamentals.
• Plan and conduct position-specific drills and meetings to support daily practice objectives and game preparation.
• Assist the Offensive Coordinator in game planning, opponent scouting, film breakdown, and play installation.
• Evaluate wide receiver performance through film analysis and provide constructive feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Recruit academically and athletically qualified student-athletes who align with the mission, values, and standards of Wabash College.
• Build and maintain relationships with high school coaches, prospects, and families throughout the recruiting process.
• Collaborate with the offensive staff to ensure cohesive offensive execution and alignment with overall team philosophy.
• Promote and ensure a commitment to student-athlete health, safety, academic success, and overall well-being.
• Support administrative responsibilities such as recruiting coordination, travel planning, equipment needs, and scheduling as assigned.
• Uphold and enforce institutional, conference, and NCAA Division III rules, regulations, and policies.
• Serve as a mentor and role model, fostering leadership, discipline, accountability, sportsmanship, and teamwork.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach or Athletic Director.

Qualifications

Required:

• Comprehensive knowledge of wide receiver techniques, offensive football systems, and game strategy.
• Demonstrated experience coaching or playing the wide receiver position.
• Strong commitment to the academic success and holistic development of student-athletes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and use of administrative systems required.
• Ability to collaborate with the college community, including senior management, faculty and staff members, students, volunteers, and third-party business partners and vendors.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience coaching at the collegiate level, preferably NCAA Division III.
• Demonstrated success in developing wide receivers and contributing to offensive production.
• Familiarity with NCAA rules and regulations and Division III recruiting practices and compliance standards.
• Prior experience recruiting student-athletes at the collegiate level.

Benefits That Support You and Your Family

At Wabash, we believe supporting our employees means investing in their health, families, financial future, and professional growth. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program designed to support the overall well-being of our full-time employees. Benefits include:

• Medical Plan Options – Choose the coverage that works best for you:

  • A PPO plan with in-network and out-of-network flexibility
  • A High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with up to $1,400 in annual employer contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Voluntary Dental and Vision Coverage

• Primary Care & Walk-In Clinic – Dedicated access for employees and eligible family members through our partnership with Franciscan Health

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Including Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care options

• Employer-Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance options

• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Generous Parental Leave

• 403(b) Retirement Plan – 7% employer contribution plus up to an additional 3% employer match

• Tuition Remission and Tuition Exchange Programs

• Local and Community Discounts

Wabash College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

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