Job Summary:

Provide assistance with the recruiting advising and administrative initiatives of the Universitys football program. Provide instruction and coaching to an assigned area while monitoring the academic athletic and emotional development of student athletes.

Essential Functions:

• 30% Provide instruction to athletes regarding specific football techniques for the purpose of preparing and developing the players in assigned area.
• 25% Assist with the recruitment initiatives of the department by encouraging talented student athletes to enroll in the Universitys football program.
• 25% Monitor and promotes the academic progress of student with the football programs public relations andfundraising initiatives.
• 10% Coordinate numerous practices meetings summer camps summer jobs and other special activities necessary for executing asuccessful football program.
• 10% Established and enforces departmental policies while collaborating with coaches and staff to implement new game plans anddevelopmental programs.

Education:

Requires a relevant Bachelors Degree.

Experience:

Requires a minimum of 1 (one) year of experience coaching or playing football at the Collegiate level and/or as a Head Coach at the High School communication and motivational skills of NCAA rules including eligibility and recruiting rules and regulations preferred.

Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position please complete the online application and attach your resume.

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

Application Deadline: February 12 2026.

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

For assistance with your application or attachments please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health welfare and safety of all students employees and visitors on our campus. As such all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that allwork performed as an employee ofthe University will be performed in Ohio.