Assistant Football Coach

The Assistant Football Coach reports to the Head Football Coach. This is a full-time appointment renewable on a contract basis, April 1 through March 31.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the head coach in coaching and training the Northwestern football team; for developing and conducting all in-season and out-of-season sessions throughout the year as deemed necessary and appropriate.
• Help with the psychological preparation of team in both pre-game and post-game; and for developing motivational approach to practice and games.
• Work to develop comprehensive knowledge of football in decision-making, delegating authority and in setting and meeting objectives.
• Help the head coach in the recruiting of top student-athletes, commensurate with the admissions qualifications of Northwestern University who are capable of successfully competing at the Big Ten level. Maintain good relations with the parents of prospective and current student-athletes.
• Responsible for the maintenance of sound alumni relations. In cooperation with the appropriate Associate Director, also responsible for promoting and participating in various alumni events.

Qualifications:

• Must be fully knowledgeable and adhere to all rules and regulations of the NCAA. Big Ten Conference (as applicable) and Northwestern University as amended from time to time.
• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.