Assists the head football coach in directing all activities of the football program within NCAA, OVC, and University policies and procedures. The coach is responsible for assisting in maintaining high academic standards to support the academic development and graduation of student-athletes while focused on student-athlete welfare; assisting in successfully directing the football program to compete for OVC championships; assisting in the recruitment of student-athletes and maintaining a culture of personal accountability in student-athlete conduct; assisting in the planning and directing of all practices and game activities; assisting, as delegated by the head football coach, in preparing and managing administrative functions of the football program; and assisting in fundraising and promoting the football program within the priorities of the Department of Athletics. Performs other duties as assigned.

Complete position summary and application procedure available at jobs.tntech.edu. The application screening date is December 25, 2025; open until filled. Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Minimum of two years of collegiate football coaching experience. Education and experience necessary to perform all the functions of a Division I Assistant Football Coach. Commitment to adhere to NCAA and OVC rules and regulations as well as University policies and procedures. 

Beyond meeting minimum requirements, candidates will be evaluated in terms of how their experience and education have prepared them for Division I assistant coaching including the academic development and graduation of student-athletes, promoting the welfare of student-athletes, recruiting, practice, managing the game, conditioning, administration, budget management, player and public relations, and fundraising. The successful candidate shall possess a philosophy that complements that of Tennessee Tech and the head football coach.

Applicants are required to electronically upload a cover letter, resume, and complete contact information for three references at the time of application. References will be contacted at a later date. A copy of transcripts will be required at the time of interview (official transcripts required upon hire). Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.

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