Assistant Coach, Football, Part-Time

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Key Responsibilities

This role focuses on the technical development and tactical execution of a specific position group, designing and leading structured drill work during practices, and contributing to game-day strategy.

Requirements Summary

Bachelor's Degree Required Minimum of 1–2 years of coaching experience at the high school varsity level or higher, OR 2–4 years of experience as a student-athlete at the collegiate level.

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Position Department: Football

Position Type: Staff Part-Time

Overview:

RMU Athletics is looking for a Part-Time Assistant Football Coach. This is a part-time not benefit eligible position limited to 950 hours in a calendar year and generally no more than 29 hours per week on a regular basis.

Responsibilities:

This role focuses on the technical development and tactical execution of a specific position group, designing and leading structured drill work during practices, and contributing to game-day strategy.
The coach will assist with film breakdown, opponent scouting, and the identification and recruitment of high-caliber student-athletes who align with the academic and athletic standards of the institution.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree Required
Minimum of 1–2 years of coaching experience at the high school varsity level or higher, OR 2–4 years of experience as a student-athlete at the collegiate level.
Proven experience coaching a specific position group (e.g., Defensive Backs, Offensive Line).
Demonstrated success in recruiting student-athletes within the region.
Must possess an advanced knowledge of modern football schemes, position-specific techniques, and player safety protocols, combined with a strict commitment to NCAA and conference compliance regulations. Exceptional skills in utilizing digital film software (such as Hudl or Catapult) for opponent scouting and practice breakdown are required, alongside strong talent evaluation skills for regional recruiting. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate with and mentor a diverse student-athlete population, fostering both athletic development and academic accountability. Additionally, the role demands high-stress adaptability on game days and the flexibility to work a demanding, non-traditional schedule including early mornings, evenings, and weekends throughout the football season.

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Act 153 Clearance Required: Yes

Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University): No

Required to Pass a Credit Check: No

Additional Posting Information: None

Special Applicant Instructions: None

Commitment to Diversity:

RMU complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice:

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please email humanresources@rmu.edu or call us at (412) 397-6270 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.

Advertised: August 4, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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