Assistant Football Coach

Assistant Football Coach

POSITION:

Assistant Football Coach

SUPERVISOR:

Head Football Coach

DEPARTMENT:

Athletics - Football

LOCATION:

On-campus located in Tiffin, OH

Assistant Football Coach

POSITION:

Assistant Football Coach

SUPERVISOR:

Head Football Coach

DEPARTMENT:

Athletics - Football

LOCATION:

On-campus located in Tiffin, OH

Position Overview:
Tiffin University, a member of the NCAA Division II, is seeking a dedicated and motivated Assistant Football
Coach to join the coaching staff for the football program. This position will support the Head Coach in all
aspects of the football program, including player development, practice planning, recruiting, game preparation,
and day-to-day operations. The Assistant Football Coach will be expected to maintain a high level of
professionalism, integrity, and commitment to the success of the team both on and off the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in organizing and leading team practices and workouts.
• Develop and implement effective strategies for individual and team performance improvement.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to student-athletes, fostering their academic and athletic success.
• Support recruitment efforts by identifying and evaluating prospective student-athletes.
• Analyze game footage and assist in preparing game plans.
• Assist with game-day responsibilities, including sideline coaching and in-game adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA Division II, conference, and university policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with other athletic staff and administration to enhance the overall student-athlete experience.
• Assist in the coordination of fundraising and community engagement efforts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Previous coaching experience at the collegiate, high school, or professional level, ideally in football.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of students, staff, and faculty.
• Commitment to student-athlete development and the overall mission of Tiffin University.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel for games and recruiting purposes.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience as a position coach or coordinator.

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• Expertise in a specific area of the game, such as offensive/defensive coordination, special teams, or

strength and conditioning.

• Successful track record in recruiting and developing student-athletes.

TIFFIN UNIVERSITY SPONSORED BENEFITS

Tiffin University offers excellent benefits. All full-time employees of Tiffin University are eligible for our full-
time benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account with
employer incentive contribution, Employer Paid and Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term
Disability, 403b Retirement with Employer Match, Time Off (annual and sick leave), Observed Holidays,
Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Interdependence: Fosters collaboration
Communication: Strong decision-making and communication skills
Accountability:

Respect:

Entrepreneurship:

Formulates effective and progressive strategies aligned with the University's mission
and values
Creates an engaging, collaborative work environment by bringing diverse people and
ideas together.
Influences and Inspires

EMBRACING OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

VISION STATEMENT – The vision for Tiffin University is to become A premier university for
challenging students to enhance their global competencies and 21st-century skills for success in a
diverse world.

MISSION STATEMENT – The mission of Tiffin University is to Educate students by linking knowledge to
professional practice.

CORE VALUES – The values of Interdependence, Communication, Accountability, Respect, and
Entrepreneurship comprise the ICARE values of Tiffin University.

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We are firmly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our beliefs. Candidates who have
worked with diverse faculty, staff, and students and can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their
experiences and interests. Tiffin University actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing
educational, working, and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY: Tiffin University is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for
employees, applicant for employment, students or applicant for admission, access to educational opportunities on the basis of race,
religion, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, social-economic class, place of business, residence,
religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status,
family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status (including special disabled
veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or
any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or
participating in any resolution process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights
agencies.

Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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