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Hilbert College

Assistant Football Coach

Hamburg, NY · On-site

$10K/mo

Abide by NCAA and Liberty League rules and regulations. Serve as a positive role model for all ... Preferred Qualifications : Playing and coaching experience, preferably at the college level.

Guilford

Assistant Football Coach-TE

Greensboro, NC · On-site

Assistant Football Coach - Tight End Status: Part-Time, 10-month position Department: Guilford ... NCAA Division III athletic team, including, but not limited to, recruiting, coaching, budget ...

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Asst. Coach - Football

Rutgers University

Piscataway, NJ • On-site

$100K - $3M/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Asst. Coach - Football
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Athletics
Department
Athl - Football
Overview
The Rutgers Division of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate sports, comprised of 14 women's and 10 men's programs, that compete at the Division I level. The Scarlet Knights are members of the prestigious Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier academic and athletic conference, after officially joining the league on July 1, 2014. Known as "The Birthplace of College Football, Rutgers hosted Princeton on Nov. 6, 1869 in the first intercollegiate football game, with RU earning a 6-4 victory.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Assistant Coach for Football.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
  • Assists in the coordination of an intercollegiate athletic program and has an understanding of technical knowledge of the sport of Football with the ability to develop student-athletes to their full potential.

FLSA
Exempt
Grade
Salary Details
A range of $100,000-$3,000,000
Minimum Salary
0.000
Mid Range Salary
0.000
Maximum Salary
0.000
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs

Position Status
Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours
37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Union Description
Contract Administrators
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree.

Certifications/Licenses
  • A valid driver's license would be required for this position; Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of Big Ten Conference and NCAA rules relative to recruiting and knowledge of NCAA regulations relative to proper rules of play in the sport of football.
  • Good organization skills.
  • Ability to communicate with student-athletes and the media.
  • Computer literacy.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Collegiate football coaching and playing experience.

Equipment Utilized
  • Computer.
  • Email.
  • Editing equipment.
  • Recruiting database software.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Nights and weekends will be required.

Special Conditions
  • Clean Driving Record.

Posting Details
Posting Number
25ST0148
Posting Open Date
01/23/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applicants must complete and attach in the "Applicant Document" section under "Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form" the Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete form (provided in the link below)
https://scarletknights.com/documents/2019/9/13/IAWP_Affirmation_Fillable.pdf
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City
Piscataway
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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