The assistant coach will assist with coordination of all phases of a competitive NJCAA program. Including but not limited to coaching, recruiting, budget management, rules and eligibility compliance, administrative duties, departmental fundraising, game management, academic advising, marketing, promotions and public relations. This position will receive room & board.
Recruitment
Identify prospective student athletes and establish and maintain appropriate communication.
Conduct effective on-campus visits.
Demonstrate success with respect to qualified prospective student athletes.
Organization
Provide effective organization of program and management of time.
Perform a variety of coaching functions at all practices.
Organization and supervision for team travel.
Scouting of all future opponents and providing scouting reports to the team
Understand and conference, regional and NJCAA requirements in regard to meetings, statistics, rosters, schedules and awards.
Advising
Academic Management of Student-Athletes (Class Scheduling and Grade Checks)
Assist with the admissions and financial aid advising process of team members.
Monitor academic progress and eligibility of all team members, providing intervention strategies and resources when necessary.
Assist with the orientation of student-athletes regarding expectations, college polices, code of ethics, sportsmanship code and local resources.
Administrative Responsibilities
Complies with the colleges, ICCAC's and NJCAA's rules and regulations.
Coordinates team travel, accommodations, and meals.
Attends scheduled departmental meetings.
Attends coachesâ?? meetings and ICCAC meetings as required.
Participates in clinics for professional improvement.
Bachelorâ??s degree, plus 2+years of experience in an applicable role; or equivalent combination of education and football/coaching experience
Strong research and project management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate in both small and large group settings and with diverse groups of people including co-workers, students, business contacts and at various levels from front-line to administration
Strong organizational skills including the ability to multi-task, to meet deadlines, to maintain and access paper and electronic files.
Proficient use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to function collaboratively as part of a fast-paced, customer oriented team
Professional in communications, appearance, relationships, and responsiveness
Positive attitude
Self-starter with the ability to perform with little or no direct supervision
Ability to pass a background check, have a valid U.S. driver's license and good driving record
The employee frequently is required to stand for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, telephone and basic office equipment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
Ability to drive college owned or personal vehicle.
Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Comprehensive benefits package, including employer paid time off, of up to 19 paid holidays, additional 88 hours of paid time off in the summer, vacation & sick time; employer paid medical, dental, life; HSA with a match, IPERS pension plan with over 9% employer match, reduced summer schedule, free access to our new wellness facility, employee concierge services, and many other voluntary benefits to choose from. Click here to learn more!
| Date Posted | May 23, 2026 |
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| Date Closes | July 22, 2026 |
| Requisition | 5333703 |
| Located In | Council bluffs, IA |
| SOC Category | 25-1193.00 Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary |