Assistant Football Coach – Tight Ends​/Recruiting Coordinator

Position Overview

The assistant football coach is responsible for assisting the head football coach in running an NCAA Division I (FCS) football program by recruiting academically qualified prospective students‑athletes, developing and implementing training sessions, practices and game plans, educating and coaching student‑athletes, and supporting student‑athletes in their personal, academic and athletic development at Merrimack College. This full‑time position reports directly to the head football coach and must act in accordance with NCAA Division I (FCS), Merrimack's Athletic Member Conference(s) and Merrimack College rules, regulations and policies.

• Assist in running the offensive side of the program at the direction of the head football coach.
• Direct and plan in the recruitment of high‑quality student‑athletes, including managing a recruiting area and involvement in on‑campus visits.
• Plan official and unofficial visits for prospective student athletes and families.
• Participate in the development of student‑athletes, personally, academically and athletically.
• Assist in coaching a position group; help plan and run training sessions and practices.
• Scout opposing teams and assist in the breakdown of video for teaching purposes and game planning.
• Attend coach and student‑athlete meetings.
• Help monitor the academic progress of student‑athletes.
• Represent the program with the highest level of professionalism, sportsmanship and integrity.
• Help foster and maintain a culture that demonstrates a commitment to NCAA rules compliance and institutional policies.
• Help foster and maintain a culture that demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as well as trust and mutual respect.
• Participate in departmental activities including staff meetings, compliance education, diversity, equity and inclusion training, guest speakers and other events/meetings.
• Fulfill other specific areas of responsibility related to the program as assigned by the head football coach.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• 1‑2 years of previous playing and/or coaching experience.
• Ability to work non‑traditional hours and a flexible schedule.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and intercollegiate athletics.
• Demonstrated recruiting skills and knowledge.
• Knowledge of video editing and production.
• Commitment to supporting the academic success and overall well‑being of student‑athletes.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize and complete tasks by established deadlines.

Resume or CV

Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission and our values.

This is an on‑campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on‑campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack's Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.

The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,100 undergraduate, 2,500 graduate students and 50 doctoral students from 48 states and 63 countries. The College features more than 160 career‑focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject…