Assistant Coach, Football

Location: Wingate

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Position Summary:

The Wide Receivers Coach is responsible for developing, coaching, and mentoring the wide receiver position group. This includes teaching technical skills, route-running, blocking techniques, offensive concepts, game preparation, player evaluation, recruiting (college level), and contributing to the overall success of the football program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Coaching and Player Development

• Teach and develop wide receivers in all aspects of position-specific fundamentals and techniques.
• Instruct student-athletes in route-running, releases, ball skills, blocking techniques, coverage recognition, and offensive adjustments.
• Conduct individual, group, and team instruction during practices and meetings.
• Develop and implement drills that improve player performance and execution.
• Evaluate player progress through practice, competition, and film analysis.
• Foster a culture of accountability, discipline, and competitive excellence.

Game Planning and Film Analysis

• Assist the offensive coordinator in developing weekly game plans.
• Analyze opponent personnel, coverages, tendencies, and defensive structures.
• Prepare scouting reports and position-specific presentations.
• Create and review film cut-ups for player development and game preparation.
• Provide in-game coaching and adjustments during contests.

Recruiting Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes.
• Establish and maintain relationships with high school coaches, junior college coaches, prospects, and families.
• Conduct campus visits, off-campus evaluations, and recruiting communications.
• Maintain recruiting databases and evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with all institutional, conference, and NCAA regulations.

Academic Support and Student-Athlete Welfare

• Monitor academic progress and class attendance of assigned student-athletes.
• Collaborate with academic support staff to promote academic success.
• Mentor student-athletes in leadership, character development, and life skills.
• Support student-athlete health, wellness, and personal development initiatives.

Benefits & Employee

Experience:



Wingate University is committed to supporting employees both personally and professionally through a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative campus community. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan with institutional contribution; paid time off and holidays; tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents; and access to campus facilities, wellness resources, and professional development opportunities.

Application Instructions:

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