Gannon University

Assistant Football Coach

Position Details

Posting Summary

Position Title Assistant Football Coach

Posting Number AS783P

Subdivision Athletic Director's Office

Division Athletics

Department Athletics

Location Erie, Pa

Position Summary

This is a full-time, 12-month position that assists the head football coach and the offensive coordinator in teaching and implementing the offense of a competitive NCAA Division II football program. The Gannon University Football Team competes at the NCAA Division II level and the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference ( PSAC ).

Essential Functions

  • Scouts and recruits qualified, competitive student-athletes while maintaining a commitment to their academic success.
  • Coordinates and schedules strength training and conditioning for player development.
  • Facilitates and supports a positive student-athlete experience.
  • Demonstrates a thorough understanding of and accountability to PSAC and NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to the academic and athletic success of the student-athletes and NCAA compliance with the highest of ethical standards
  • Performs other duties related as assigned within the scope and responsibility, and requirements of the job.

Required Qualifications

Education: A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is desirable.

Experience: Applicants must have at least two years of college coaching experience along with collegiate-level recruiting experience. Applicants must possess effective communication skills and the demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population

Licenses and Certifications: A valid driver’s license that is in good standing and AED , CPR , and First Aid certified. An MVR will be run and can not contain any recent suspensions or multiple violations in the past 3 years.

University Mission: Must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Must be able to meet the physical demands associated with recruiting and coaching a college-level football team.

Exempt Status Exempt

Position Classification Professional

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Full-Time

Position Length 12M

Hours per Week varies

Work Schedule varies

Shift Other
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Education and Training
  • Industries

    Higher Education

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