Football – Assistant Coach

Assistant Football Coach
(Coaching Assistant 12 Mo)

Compensation and Benefits
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: Salary up to $7,658/month

Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,288 – $7,658

This is a full-time, probationary, non-exempt position. The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.
Job Summary The assistant coach is responsible for assisting in the evaluation, recruitment, training, and coaching of student-athletes to compete successfully against the highest level of NCAA intercollegiate competition in a quality sports program.

The Assistant
Coach is held directly accountable for the following general responsibilities related to the assigned sports program: assisting with the overall management and administration of the program, ensuring compliance with the program’s budget, and recruiting, training, and evaluating student-athletes, as assigned by the Head Coach.

Key Qualifications

Coaching philosophy and teaching concepts must be compatible with those of the Head Coach
Ability to work cooperatively with coaches, staff, faculty, students and members of the community Ability and willingness to support the diversity and equity commitments of the department
Commitment to academic integrity and compliance with University, conference and NCAA regulations To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.
Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution
Experience coaching football at the D1/FBS collegiate level, in the NFL, or other professional football league.
Must be immediately eligible to obtain a State of California driver’s license and must be able to comply with all university requirements pertaining to driving on university business. A background check of the candidate’s driving record will be required Deadline & Application Instructions
Applications received by April 1, 2026, will be given full consideration by the search committee. Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.

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