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Job Description
Assistant Football Coach Print Apply Assistant Football Coach Location Georgetown, Texas 78626 Job Type Staff - Full Time, Exempt, Regular Job Number 202600058 Division Office of Advancement Department Athletics Opening Date 06/17/2026 Description Benefits
ABOUT US
Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences. At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The position serves as the Assistant Football Coach, reporting directly to the Head Football Coach and providing outstanding leadership, mentorship, and support to student-athletes. This role assists in the planning, instruction, and operation of the football program. DUTIES Provide skill instruction and conditioning work consistent with a high-performing NCAA Division III varsity athletic program. Recruit and retain highly talented athletes who also have the academic acumen to thrive at SU. Participation in fund raising activities to support program objectives. Compliance with all university, conference, and NCAA policies, procedures, and bylaws. Be an outstanding mentor to our students by modeling professionalism and high moral standards. Support classroom excellent by utilizing all available university resources in support of students.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Serve as an Administrator in Charge (AIC) of select events during the year. Participate on campus committees as requested. Serve as an instructor for ESS or FRA classes if qualified. Other reasonable duties as assigned by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics or designee.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum education, experience, licenses, certifications, and competencies (knowledge, skills, and behaviors) which are necessary for performing the listed duties. List first those which can be objectively measured. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Proven experience in coaching and ability to demonstrate proper techniques unique to the sport CPR and First Aid or a willingness to become certified within three months of hire Have knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and the diversity within the campus and community. Further preferred qualifications which are also desirable for performing the listed duties. Collegiate or professional playing experience in the sport Experience in recruiting college-level varsity athletes
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION S
tarting annual salary: $45,000. The final offer for the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and may exceed the starting annual salary. Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer. Southwestern University is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@southwestern.edu.
Jeanne Clery Statement:
Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report— Southwestern University Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.southwestern.edu/life-at-southwestern/safety-security/annual-security-reports/ containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 512-863-1435. Southwestern University offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and welfare insurance (medical, dental, and vision), life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability coverage, generous contributions to a 403(b) retirement account, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), various paid time-off programs (for staff positions), undergraduate tuition assistance for you and your dependents, access to athletic facilities, free parking, and discounted meal rates, along with other benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. Employer Southwestern University Address 1001 E University Ave Georgetown, Texas, 78626 Phone 5128631435 Apply
