Head Football Coach

William Paterson University invites applications for the position of Head Football Coach, a 12-month, full-time position responsible for providing leadership, vision, and direction for all aspects of the program. Reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation, the duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Develops, organizes and administers a competitive Division III intercollegiate football program. Recruits student-athletes within guidelines of William Paterson University and the NCAA. Works collaboratively with Office of Admissions. Monitors academic progress of student-athletes, and develops and implements strategy for retention. Executes practice organization and develops game strategy. Cultivates student-athletes’ skill and strategy related to the sport. Coordinates game schedule and travel arrangements.

Assists with development of team budget and abide by same. Develops working relationship with athletic administration and support staff in the overall management of the football program. Recommends the hiring of assistant coaches and supervises same. Attends meetings, open house, and workshops as required. Adheres to all university, NCAA and NJAC policies and procedures and educate student-athletes about the same.

Actively cultivates and communicates with alumni. Participates in fundraising and community service activities. Supervises home games as described in site supervision manual for winter/spring athletic contests. Perform other duties as assigned.

The William Paterson University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation is an integral part of the University’s overall mission to provide its students with a comprehensive educational experience, one that stresses the importance of academic, personal, emotional, social and physical development. As a part of the University’s Division of Student Development the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has long been a source of pride for the entire campus community, thanks to the Pioneers' outstanding achievements on and off the competitive fields of play.

Currently sponsoring 13 NCAA Division III teams (baseball, men's and women's basketball, field hockey, football, men's golf, men's and women's soccer, softball, men's and women's swimming and diving, women's tennis, women's volleyball), William Paterson is a member of the New Jersey Athletic Conference, one of the most competitive leagues in the nation. At William Paterson, each individual is encouraged and inspired to achieve as a scholar, citizen and athlete.

The development of critical life-long values such as hard work, fair play, honesty, integrity, cooperation, leadership and teamwork will help you become not only a successful student-athlete, but also a champion in the game of life.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three (3) or more years coaching experience at the collegiate or high school levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and coach student-athletes.
• Certification in CPR/AED.
• Proficient with Front Rush, SLATE, HUDL, Microsoft office, and social media platforms.

• Master’s degree
• Collegiate level football coaching experience
• Head coaching experience
• Recruitment of qualified student-athletes at the collegiate level
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III bylaws, rules and regulations