About the Role
Merrimack College is a selective, private college in a beautiful,
residential setting — just minutes from Boston,
Massachusetts.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.
Position Responsibilities:
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 un-official 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.
Position Qualifications:
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
Application Materials Should Include:
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.
Work Location
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.
Statement on Our Mission
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.
About Merrimack College
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 and
student success. The College has six schools: arts and sciences,
engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health
sciences, education and social policy, the Girard school of
business and the graduate school of counseling and social work. The
College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North
Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges and
Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie
Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is
one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country
and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World Report’s
ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 38th in the Regional Universities
North category in 2026. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic
institution.
Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Range: $55,000.00
– $65,000.00