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How much do assistant college football jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant college football in the United States is $39,618.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29,000.00 and $46,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Assistant College Football position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant College Football Coach, you need a strong understanding of football strategy, player development, and NCAA regulations, typically supported by previous coaching experience and a relevant degree. Familiarity with video analysis software, recruiting databases, and playbook management tools is often essential. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills help you mentor players and coordinate with other coaching staff. These abilities ensure effective player development, adherence to compliance standards, and contribute to team success on and off the field.

What does an Assistant College Football Coach do?

An Assistant College Football Coach helps develop players, create game strategies, and oversee specific position groups. They assist the head coach in recruiting, training sessions, and game preparation. Their responsibilities vary based on their role, such as offensive, defensive, or special teams coaching. They also mentor student-athletes academically and personally to ensure success on and off the field.

How to become a college football assistant?

To become a college football assistant, candidates typically need a strong background in football, often gained through playing or coaching at lower levels, along with relevant experience. Many assistants hold a bachelor's degree and may pursue coaching certifications or attend coaching clinics to improve their credentials. Networking within the coaching community and gaining experience as a graduate assistant or position coach can also help advance to an assistant role at the college level.

What are the typical responsibilities of an Assistant College Football Coach during the football season?

During the football season, Assistant College Football Coaches are involved in planning and conducting practices, analyzing game footage, and assisting with game-day strategy. They also support recruiting efforts, provide one-on-one instruction to players, and ensure that athletes adhere to training and academic requirements. Collaboration with head coaches, strength and conditioning staff, and academic advisors is common to promote holistic player development. This dynamic role requires balancing on-field coaching with off-field administrative, recruiting, and mentoring duties.

How much do college football assistants make?

College football assistant coaches' salaries vary widely depending on the level of competition and program size, typically ranging from $50,000 to over $300,000 annually. Top-tier programs and Division I schools tend to pay higher salaries, often supplemented with bonuses and benefits, and require strong coaching skills and experience.

Do college football student assistants get paid?

College football student assistants are typically paid a stipend or hourly wage for their work, which may vary by school and program. They often assist with coaching, film analysis, and administrative tasks while gaining experience in the sport.

How much do assistant coaches make in football?

Assistant college football coaches typically earn between $50,000 and $150,000 annually, depending on the level of competition, experience, and the school's budget. Salaries can vary widely, with top-tier programs offering higher compensation and additional benefits such as housing stipends or bonuses.
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Infographic showing various Assistant College Football job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,618 per year, or $19 per hour.

Scouting Heroes College Football Data Scout - Newark, DE

AEG

Newark, DE • On-site

$25/hr

Part-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Scouting Heroes is seeking a College Football Data Scout with a passion for sports to join our team. In this role, you will attend college football games and collect live play-by-play data. This is an excellent opportunity for sports enthusiasts with a high attention to detail, strong communication skills and ability to work in a high-stakes environment.
What You'll Do as a Data Scout
  • Attend Delaware Football games in your current region and surrounding areas of up to a 1-hour travel distance.
  • Record and collect in-time real data on our Data Collection Tool
  • Work closely with the game-day support team to ensure data is being recorded quickly and accurately. Collect data for College Football games

What You'll Bring
  • Reliability. We are looking for people who can commit to every game that is planned for coverage in their area. We have a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to "no-shows."
  • Driven Work Ethic. Must be one who communicates quickly, wants to learn, is ready to work, and enters data within the company expectations.
  • Communication. We are looking for people who are very comfortable on the phone, responsive via email, and any other company communication platforms. Communication is essential to this position.
  • Preparation. We take training seriously and achieve the determined deadlines so you can apply that knowledge into entering perfect data on game days. This is a fast paced, high intensity environment.
  • Honesty. Integrity is critical to the overall collection of sports data.
  • Football Knowledge. Must have interest in College Football. Knowing the rules and having the drive to shore up any gaps in rules knowledge will be needed.
  • Feedback. Work closely with our Scouting Operations teams to ask questions. We want you to succeed in training and we give you the tools to do so.
  • Have fun. We are a fast paced, small team that prides itself on continually improving. We are looking for people that thrive in fast-paced, competitive, and high stress situations.

Requirements
  • Must have full availability during the 2026-2027 College Football season. This includes weekends/week nights. The typical amount of games ranges from 3 - 7 but could be more dependent on the area you are located
  • Must be located within 1-hour travel distance of the College Team that you are applying for
  • Strong knowledge of College Football (Tip : Make sure you come to the interview prepared with knowledge of any rule changes for this season)
  • Must have a smartphone and along with access to a computer
  • Strong comfort level with technology, specifically iPhones
  • Fluent English in speaking and writing
  • Reliable transportation
  • Must have a smartphone in good working condition with a reliable internet connection.

Important - PLEASE READ
  • This is a part-time, independent contractor role for the 2026-2027 College Football season. Performance dictating, there is the potential of additional contracts for other sports and/or seasons.
  • Interviews start in early April and upon hire, the training would begin in late July.
  • If you are selected for an interview you will receive an email via TeamworkOnline inviting you to select a date and time for an interview (reminder to check your spam folder).
  • Please check your spam folder, as interview invites have gone to spam in the past.
  • A cover letter will be required when applying. We are looking for a paragraph on why you think you'd be a fit for the role and also why you are interested in College Football.
  • Interviews will be done using Google Meet or Zoom. You will be quizzed on college football rules and procedures (be sure to study up on your referee signals). You will also be asked some questions regarding the previous college football season.

As an official affiliate of DraftKings, Scouting Heroes connects top talent with dynamic opportunities.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Job Questions:
  1. What city and state will you be located during the 2026 football season?
  2. Have you tracked stats or kept score for a sporting event? If so, please list which sport(s) and describe the responsibilities involved.
  3. Are you available to cover the entire 2026 Delaware home football schedule? If not, please note any conflicts. As previously mentioned, availability and attendance are crucial to this contractor position.
  4. If an unexpected situation arises with another scout who can no longer attend their assigned game, would you be willing and available to cover additional games? If so, please provide an example of a time when you stepped in to assist someone at short notice, along with your reasons for doing so.
  5. Do you understand that this is a part-time independent contractor position, and that performance based on your skillset is essential for maintaining your role?
  6. Do you have a dependable vehicle or means of transportation to attend the games?
  7. As a contractor, you must provide your own equipment. Do you have a smartphone in good condition with reliable service, as well as a laptop or computer?

About AEG

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Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1992

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