Assistant Football Coach (Full-Time) – Dean College

Location: Franklin, MA Category: Athletics Job Type: Full-Time Fiscal Year Posted On: Wed Apr 15 2026 Job Description:

The Assistant Football Coach is responsible for assisting in the evaluation, recruitment, training and coaching of student-athletes to compete successfully against the highest level of NCAA Division III Football within the MASCAC.

The Assistant Football
Coach will assist with the overall management and administration of the assigned to the football program, compliance with the budget of the program, recruiting, monitor academic progress of student-athletes, fundraising, equipment room, training and performance of student-athletes.
This is a 12-month, full-time, exempt position with a fixed, non-negotiable salary of $52,000. The College also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off.

Position responsibilities include

Support the head coach in executing the sports training and instructional program by providing skill-specific coaching, assisting with practice sessions, managing game-related responsibilities, and handling equipment room tasks.
Effectively recruit prospective student-athletes as directed by the head coach.
Collaborate with academic support staff to assist players in achieving their academic goals.
Coordinate with athletic training and strength and conditioning teams to ensure proper player conditioning and rehabilitation.
Assist with administrative responsibilities, including organizing fundraising and community service initiatives.
Other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree and/or coaching certification preferred.
3-5 years of experience as an assistant coach at the collegiate level preferred.
Playing experience at the collegiate level preferred.

Additional Information:
Dean College is an equal-opportunity, Title IX institution and pledges to recruit, select and promote diversity by providing equality of opportunity in higher education for all persons, including faculty and staff with respect to hiring, continuation, promotion, and applicants for admission, enrolled students and graduates without discrimination or segregation.
The College is interested in candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of colleagues, students, faculty, and community members. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis.

Dean College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.

This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in College programs, services, and activities. A pre-employment background screen is required for all employees.