Assistant Football Coach (0080514)

Description

Title : Assistant Football Coach

Position Number : 0080514

Hiring Unit : Athletics Department

Location : UH at Manoa

Full Time/Part Time : Full-Time

Temporary/Permanent : Permanent

Other Conditions : For best consideration, review of applications to begin January 28, 2026. Continuous recruitment until programmatic needs are met.

Duties and Responsibilities (*denotes essential functions)

Description

Title : Assistant Football Coach

Position Number : 0080514

Hiring Unit : Athletics Department

Location : UH at Manoa

Full Time/Part Time : Full-Time

Temporary/Permanent : Permanent

Other Conditions : For best consideration, review of applications to begin January 28, 2026. Continuous recruitment until programmatic needs are met.

Duties and Responsibilities (*denotes essential functions)

• *Assists with all aspects of NCAA Division I (Football Bowl Subdivision) Football Program, including student recruitment and development, on field coaching, compliance with NCAA, Conference and University of Hawaii rules and regulations, student-athlete academic achievement, and other duties assigned by the Head Coach.

• *Assists and participates in practices and intercollegiate competitions. Teach necessary skills from the basic fundamentals to the techniques and strategies of team play.

• *Promotes and fosters a positive team environment, appropriate behavior, and sportsmanship by team members. Responsible for the conduct of team members both on and off the field.

• *Promotes and maintains an environment where the physical, mental, social and academic well-being of all student-athletes are a priority.

• *Assists with evaluating, recruiting and selecting qualified prospects who have the ability to compete in the classroom and athletically. Actively seek out and encourage a diverse group of prospects and assist them through the application process. Works collaboratively with the staff of the Compliance, Student Affairs, and Academics Offices to qualify and process prospects in a timely and efficient manner. Makes recurring contacts by telephone, written correspondence, off-campus visits and evaluations, and coordination of campus visits as assigned by the Head Coach.

• *Assists in scouting of opponents including the exchange and analysis of film.

• *Assists with overseeing the academic progress and success of student-athletes including promoting and maintaining an environment that encourages academic achievement as measured by academic eligibility, retention, and graduation.

• *Participates in sports clinics, exhibitions, and camps as approved.

• *Actively participates in fundraising, promotional, and public relation activities for the sports program.

• *Responsible for performing the duties of a Campus Security Authority as defined by University policy and federal law with regards to the Clery Act.

• *Maintains confidentiality to include but not limited to information, files and records that the incumbent may obtain or possess, in accordance with federal and state laws and University of Hawaii policies.

• *Maintains collaborative working relationships with administrators and coaches in the department, other college offices, and appropriate relationships with members of the media, donors, and other individuals interested in the sports program.

• *Knows, recognizes, and complies with the laws, policies, rules, and regulations governing the University of Hawai‘i and its employees, and the rules of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and of the affiliated conferences as now constituted or as may be amended in the future. Immediately advises the Director of Athletics or designee if there is reasonable cause to believe violations, whether by employees, students, or others, have occurred or will occur.

• Performs other duties as required.

*Essential functions of the position.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited four year college or university;
• One (1) year experience coaching football at the college or university level;
• or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
• Knowledge of football as competed at the collegiate level.
• Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and travel
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license.
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification by the employment start date.
• Computer, cell phone, and social media technology competency.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Division I football coaching experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity, understanding and working effectively in multicultural societies, similar to Hawai‘i, contributing to an inclusive environment.

TO APPLY : Click on the “Apply” button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach 1) cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, 2) resume, 3) copies of certifications, and 4) names of 3 professional references (include title, email and phone number).

INQUIRES : Matt Chon, General Manager, mbchon7@hawaii.edu

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/office...

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titlei..., or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/office...

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