Assistant Football Coach | Iowa State University - Military Veterans

Position Title: Assistant Football Coach Appointment Type: Contract Job Description: The Iowa State University Athletics Department is accepting applications for an Assistant Football Coach. This position will work under the direction of the Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator to assist with all phases for the Division I, FBS program with a commitment to adhering to university, Big 12 Conference and NCAA policies. This position will: Assist with planning practice sessions and competitive coaching situations; Identify and successfully recruit and retain academically qualified and athletically talented student-athletes; Effectively teach, mentor and coach to develop successful and well-rounded student-athletes; Analyze scouting reports and pre-competition evaluations of opponents to provide effective strategy planning; Help ensure academic progress and graduation; Contribute to and enhance a competitive athletic experience; Establish and maintain an environment conducive to the welfare and academic success of the student-athletes; Establish and maintain effective interactions with students, colleagues, university staff and administrators, alumni, media and the public. This position requires a high level of football knowledge, expertise with running backs, excellent work ethic along with strong motivational, teaching/coaching and communication skills. Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body. This position requires the ability to travel extensively including overnight stays for recruiting and competitions. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree. Experience coaching or competing in football at a highly competitive level (post high school). Preferred Qualifications: Successful NCAADI and/or professional football coaching experience with expertise working with running backs. Successful NCAA DI and/or professional football playing experience. Demonstrated ability to recruit and coach highly skilled student-athletes and have strong recruiting connections. Proposed Start Date: March 1, 2025 Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Pay Grade: Contract Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume 2) Contact information for 3 professional references If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program Original Posting Date: February 12, 2025 Posting Close Date: February 18, 2025 Job Requisition Number: R16440