The Assistant Coach reports to the Head Coach and assists in the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring that it functions at a high-level and remains in compliance with all NCAA, Conference, and University rules and policies. The Assistant Coach may also serve as the Recruiting Coordinator and may directly oversee student managers.
Essential Functions
Assist in all areas of practice planning, scouting, practice activities and individual coaching
Assist in recruitment of student-athletes, under the direction of head coach
Player Wellness: Facilitate a positive team culture that manifests itself on and off the field of play, putting the student-athlete’s well-being first.
Hire and oversee team managers
Input all compliance information into ACS
Direct and supervise student managers and on occasion other assistant coaches
Assist in planning all travel-arrangements
Promote academic success through discipline and accountability
Arrange tutors and communicate with faculty regarding missed classes
Send required information to Admissions regarding all recruited prospects
Organize all schedules: practice, game, classes, player development, and weights
Position Summary
The Assistant Coach reports to the Head Coach and assists in the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring that it functions at a high-level and remains in compliance with all NCAA, Conference, and University rules and policies. The Assistant Coach may also serve as the Recruiting Coordinator and may directly oversee student managers.
Essential Functions
Assist in all areas of practice planning, scouting, practice activities and individual coaching
Assist in recruitment of student-athletes, under the direction of head coach
Player Wellness: Facilitate a positive team culture that manifests itself on and off the field of play, putting the student-athlete’s well-being first.
Hire and oversee team managers
Input all compliance information into ACS
Direct and supervise student managers and on occasion other assistant coaches
Assist in planning all travel-arrangements
Promote academic success through discipline and accountability
Arrange tutors and communicate with faculty regarding missed classes
Send required information to Admissions regarding all recruited prospects
Organize all schedules: practice, game, classes, player development, and weights
Facility liaison: reserve field times, and meeting rooms
Communicate with training staff regarding the team’s schedule
Facilitate equipment ordering through the direction of head coach
Conduct individual and/or small-group film sessions with players
Assist in coordinating alumni functions
Assist and organize fundraising efforts
Conduct bi-weekly academic meetings with players
Conduct weekly class attendance check
May serve as Recruiting Coordinator at the direction of head coach
Fulfill all assignments to the program as assigned by the head coach
Evening and weekend hours and overnight travel are required.
Demonstrate a commitment to serving and inspiring students and colleagues in a context of a Christian University, integrating your Christian faith into your role and responsibilities.
Uphold and advance Fresno Pacific University’s commitment to Christ-centered higher education, holistic student development, and serving diverse communities.
Complete tasks timely with work that is comprehensive, complete, and accurate
Communicates clearly, listens attentively, and seeks to understand others
Collaborates productively with colleagues of varying skillset
Other job duties as assigned
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Familiar with NCAA rules and regulations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Outstanding organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Valid driver's license
Preferred:
Degree educated
Previous coaching experience
Environmental Conditions:
Frequently work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.
Public contact position requiring professional apparel, personal hygiene, and grooming.
Indoor and outdoor work environments.
Perform the following, with or without reasonable accommodation: stand, sit, kneel, stoop, reach, lift, grasp, see (near and far).
Based on the main campus of Fresno Pacific University.
Some computer use may be required.
Physical Demands:
Candidates must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of the position without hazard to themselves or others.
Must possess dexterity of hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment, near and far visual acuity and depth perception.
Employee must be able to communicate with others to exchange information including both over the telephone and in-person communication with community members as well as athletes.
Be able to read a computer screen and paper documents.
Reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities will be provided in accordance with law.
University Information
$16.50 to $20.00 per hour is the anticipated hourly wage for this role and reflects what Fresno Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, FPU offers a competitive benefits package.
Reserving its rights as a religious institution, Fresno Pacific University is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age or disability, or other classes protected by applicable law. Committed to excellence and actively supportive of cultural diversity, FPU invites individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you should contact FPU’s Human Resources Department athr@fresno.edu. As a religious institution, the University will administer the equal opportunity employment policy consistent with the Fresno Pacific University statement of faith, the FPU Idea and the University’s governance by the Pacific District Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches.
*This information, including salary, is accurate as of June 26, 2025.