Staff Posting Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

P01174

Position Type

Coach

Department

Coaches

Working Title

Staff Posting Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

P01174

Position Type

Coach

Department

Coaches

Working Title

Part-Time Assistant Football Coach - Defense

Classification

Assistant Athletic Coach -SU226

Position Summary Information

| Nature of position | Permanent, Part-time | | If Temporary, Start Date | | | If Temporary, End Date | | | If part-time, hours per week | | | If part-time, percent time | | | Days Worked | Practices and games. Actual times vary. | | Hours/Shift worked | Practices and games. Actual times vary. | | Union | APSCUF - Coaches |

Posting Detail Information

| Job Summary/Basic Function |

About the position:

Assist the Head Football Coach with the daily operations of conducting a successful Football program, including the monitoring, and ensuring the academic success of the student-athletes and in the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the team’s program.

Join Our Team at Millersville University!

Position Salary: Contract renewed on annual basis.
Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans – Choose from two excellent options
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge
• Full Benefits Summary (PDF)

Why Millersville?

Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania , Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. We’re known for:

• Strong student-faculty connections
• 70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate programs
• A stunning campus and vibrant community
• Outstanding job placement for graduates

With over 66,000 alumni across the globe, our impact is far-reaching—and growing.

Our Mission & Values:

At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion.

We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence —creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We believe diversity is a strength, and we actively seek individuals who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our community.

Equal Opportunity for All:

Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

The State System Employee Benefits Summary for coaches can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/hr/labor-relations/documents/cba/coaches-cba.pdf . | | Duties and Responsibilities |
- Coach a defensive position group and all areas associated with the players in that group. - Advise student-athletes and staff of applicable intercollegiate athletic rules, regulations, and University policies and ensure compliance of such regulations. - Develop and conduct pre-season, in-season and off-season training and conditioning programs for the team. - Assist in the development of defensive game plans. - Recruit student-athletes. - Review practice and game video with coaches and players. Grade player performance. - Inform student-athletes of academic and other matters pertaining to their enrollment and educational progress. - Plan and direct athletic skill development for student-athletes. - Ensure appropriate safety measures are observed when conducting team activities. - Cooperate with the University physicians and Athletic Trainers to ensure student-athletes receive proper medical and physical training services. - Coordinate all activities in preparation for scheduled competition. - Attend all team practices and home and away contests. - Monitor student-athlete academic performance and implement team, athletic department, and University measures to support their academic performance. - Assume responsibility to student-athlete compliance with all applicable rules and regulations. Assist the Head Coach and the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in resolving cases where a student-athlete violates an applicable regulation. - Work with alumni student groups University administration and community groups to seek support for the team. - Ensure student-athletes participation in NCAA CHAMPS/Life Skills programs. - Assist the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in fund-raising activities in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreements for non-faculty coaches. - Submit monthly work schedules to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and comply with Schedule once approved. - Attend appropriate Athletic departmental staff meetings. - All other duties as assigned.

| | Required Qualifications |
- Successful playing and/or coaching experience at the high school or college level. - Knowledge of recruiting prospective student-athletes. - Demonstrated commitment to promoting student-athlete welfare and academic success. - Demonstrated excellent leadership skills and ability to motivate student-athletes. - Ability to work with students of diverse cultures, racial and ethnic groups. - Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. - Evidence of working effectively with student-athletes of diverse races and cultures. - Evidence of complying fully with association and conference regulations. - Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. - Demonstrated strong analytical and excellent problem-solving skills. - Valid driver’s license. - Successful interview. - Successful completion of three background checks.

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s Degree. - Knowledge of the PSAC. - Knowledge of Division II football. - Experience recruiting in PA region and Mid-Atlantic region. - Experience coaching a defensive position at the college level.

| | Essential Functions |
- Outdoor facilities. - Understanding of written directions. - Extensive writing skills (prepare and organize complex documents) Extensive verbal communication skills (provide information and assistance regularly). - Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 25 pounds. - Ability to drive university vehicles. - Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

| | Posting Open Date | 07/01/2025 | | Posting Close Date | 07/20/2025 | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Quicklink for Posting/Requisition | https://jobs.millersville.edu/posting... |

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 2. Resume

Optional Documents 1. Curriculum Vitae 2. Unofficial Transcripts 1 3. Unofficial Transcripts 2 4. Other Document 1 5. Other Document 2 6. DD 214

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