Assistant Coach of Football

Bowdoin College’s Athletics Department is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and athletic achievement. As a member of NCAA Division III and the NESCAC, the department emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth, supported by outstanding coaching and state-of-the-art facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Leverage expert teaching skills and technical knowledge to collaboratively plan, organize, and conduct effective practices, providing strong analytical insight to develop individual and team strategies that align with performance goals. There may be a component to teach Physical Education classes and/or assist with other sports as needed.
• Collaborate with the head coach to assess team needs and establish clear recruiting strategies, ensuring the identification and recruitment of academically qualified student-athletes in compliance with NESCAC and NCAA regulations.
• Train, mentor, and guide a team of support staff, including team managers and game management personnel, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Efficiently manage administrative tasks such as budget oversight, travel requests, and facility coordination and maintain a flexible approach to support departmental initiatives, including working with media and/or other departments/committees.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or a related field, or a minimum of 5 years of coaching experience at the post-secondary level and/or professional competitive experience.
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification or obtained upon hire.
• Strong knowledge of football skills and strategy.
• Working knowledge of NCAA and NESCAC regulations.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet the standards of the College’s current Motor Vehicle Policy is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage student-athletes and work effectively with a culturally-varied student body.
• Strong administrative skills, including prioritization, organization, and budgeting.