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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for ncaa football coaching in the United States is $54,717.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $62,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an NCAA football coaching?

An NCAA Football Coaching job involves leading and managing a college football team, including developing game strategies, training athletes, overseeing recruitment, and ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations. Coaches work to improve player performance, foster teamwork, and create a winning culture within the program. They also collaborate with staff and administration to support players academically and athletically.

What are the primary responsibilities of an NCAA football coach during the regular season?

During the regular season, an NCAA Football Coach is responsible for planning and conducting practices, developing game strategies, and analyzing opponent performance through game film. Coaches also mentor student-athletes, help manage their academic progress, and ensure compliance with NCAA rules. Collaborative work with assistant coaches, athletic trainers, and administrative staff is common. The role often requires balancing game preparation, athlete development, and recruiting efforts while maintaining a positive team culture.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in NCAA football coaching, and why are they important?

Succeeding in NCAA Football Coaching requires deep knowledge of football strategy, player development, recruiting, NCAA regulations, and experience—often through prior coaching or playing at the collegiate level. Familiarity with game film analysis software, strength and conditioning programs, and NCAA compliance systems is essential. Strong leadership, motivational abilities, and effective communication are standout soft skills for engaging athletes and collaborating with staff. These skills and qualifications are critical for building competitive teams, fostering athlete growth, and maintaining program integrity within the demanding collegiate environment.

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Infographic showing various Ncaa Football Coaching job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,717 per year, or $26.3 per hour.

Head Women's Flag Football Coach

Saint Petersburg, FL • On-site

Eckerd College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Eckerd College is currently hiring for the position of Head Women’s Flag Football Coach for the inaugural Spring 2028 flag football season. This position will join our Athletics team at our waterfront campus along Boca Ciega Bay in St. Petersburg, Florida, as part of our relationship-focused community. The Eckerd College Tritons are members of NCAA Division II and the Sunshine State Conference, with 19 teams competing across a variety of varsity sports.

As Head Flag Football Coach, you will direct all facets of the program through planning and implementing all training and conditioning of student-athletes, coaching and instruction, recruiting, promotions and public relations, assuring academic progress, budget preparation, administration and management, and scheduling.

The Head Coach demonstrates extensive knowledge of sport-specific fundamentals, techniques, and strategies, and possesses knowledge of NCAA compliance rules. The incumbent must have the ability to identify, recruit, and retain competitive student-athletes and cultivate positive relationships with athletes, alumni, parents, and donors. The position frequently requires prolonged periods of moving around campus facilities and frequently requires after-hours work and travel.

Benefits Overview

Eckerd College offers a competitive benefits package, including the following:

  • 100 percent tuition remission for employees, spouses, and dependents; access to Tuition Exchange network

  • HMO and HDHP medical insurance options; employer contribution to HSA for those on the high deductible plan that start date of hire.

  • PPO dental and vision insurance networks; employer-provided life, short-term disability, and long-term disability plans that start date of hire.

  • Generous employer contribution to employee’s retirement plan upon eligibility.

  • Generous paid time off including vacation, sick, and personal leave as well as 16+ paid holidays annually. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations of the women's flag football program including planning and conducting practice/training sessions, leading the team in contests, and developing players both on and off the field.

  • Organize and coordinate all recruitment of potential women's flag football student-athletes in cooperation with admissions and within NCAA guidelines.

  • Monitor the academic progress of each women's flag football student-athlete and provide assistance and tutoring when needed.

  • Hire and supervise assistant coach and volunteer assistants.

  • Develop, implement, and maintain team policies and procedures.

  • Schedule allowable number of non-conference contests, work with SSC on conference contests.

  • Manage the program budget, purchase all necessary equipment and uniforms.

  • Oversee arrangements for away contests including travel, lodging, meals, and athlete supervision and responsibilities.

  • Plan and execute program outreach efforts with campus community, program alumni and families, and local community.

  • Assist the Director of Athletics in fundraising efforts, development of the Triton Fund, and sponsorships for annual dinner auction.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years of experience as a flag football coach in collegiate, high school, and/or club athletics; experience playing flag football and recruiting college-level student athletes or assisting with the recruiting process.

  • Valid driver license 

How to Apply

All interested candidates must apply online at http://eckerd.exacthire.com. Follow the instructions to complete the online application which includes creating an applicant profile, uploading a resume and cover letter, completing an application, and identifying references. 

Employment will require a successful background check.

Eckerd is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME