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Assistant Football Coach

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please provide three professional references in the application form. Full consideration given to resumes received by February 6, 2026.

Official transcripts will be required from the recommended candidate before hiring for position.

Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police) background check, Act 151 (Child Abuse) background check, and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number N01189

Classification Title Assistant Football Coach

Working Title Assistant Football Coach

Employee Group Coaches

Bargaining Unit Coaches

Location Main Campus

Department Athletics

Pay Rate Minimum Salary: $40,000 (commensurate with experience)

Employment Type Regular FT

Work Schedule

As needed to fulfill the duties of assistant football coach.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Assist head coach with organization and supervision of the football program including: recruitment of qualified student-athletes with a commitment to academic success; compliance with NCAA , PSAC , and SRU rules and regulations; coaching and teaching both instructional skills and team concepts; counseling and mentoring student-athletes throughout the academic year; scouting; budgeting management; fundraising activities and promotions; organizing and directing camps and clinics; Special Teams Coordinator Linebackers coach/Defensive back Coach; and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree; minimum two years of successful collegiate football coaching experience or three years of collegiate football playing experience; working with diverse populations. Successful performance in an interview and passing a criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given for college football coaching and recruiting experience. Knowledge of NCAA , PSAC and SRU rules and regulations, fundraising experience, organizing camps and clinics, and budget experience also preferred.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 01/16/2026

Closing Date 02/06/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Chief Human Resource Officer

205 Old Main Building

104 Maltby Avenue

Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057

724.738.2016

Respect for Individuals in the Community Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide three professional references in the application form. Full consideration given to resumes received by February 6, 2026.

Official transcripts will be required from the recommended candidate before hiring for position.

Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police) background check, Act 151 (Child Abuse) background check, and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance prior to appointment.