Club Head Coach - Women's Flag Football

Job Title: Club Head Coach-Women’s Flag Football

Department: Athletics

Position Reports to (Position Title): Athletic Director or Designated Associate Athletic Director 

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Position Class (Exempt or Non-Exempt): Exempt

Position Type (Full Time or Part Time): Part-Time

Is this a Primary or Additional Position: Primary

Job Summary

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Coaching, teaching student-athletes how to

perform and excel in flag football, practice and game scheduling, recruiting, travel coordination,

budget management, and fundraising. Approximately 70% of the Head Coach’s responsibility will be dedicated to the instruction of flag football through on-field training sessions and classroom teaching using film review and other coaching techniques. The remaining 30% will focus on recruiting, program development, and other administrative duties. The Head Coach will be expected to build and develop the Women’s Flag Football Club program in alignment with Jacksonville University and club league guidelines.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assistant Coaches for Women’s Flag Football

Duties/Responsibilities

TEACHING/INSTRUCTING STUDENT-ATHLETES HOW TO DEVELOP AND PERFORM IN THE SPORT OF FLAG FOOTBALL – Responsible for:

• Instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Organizing and directing individual and small group practice activities/exercises as directed by the head coach
• Assess players’ skills, monitor players during competition and practice, and keep the head coach informed of the athletic performance of students

COACHING – Responsible for:

• All on- and off-field coaching

SCHEDULING– Responsible for:

• Scheduling of all competitions and practices
• Submit practice schedules to reserve the desired fields

FINANCIAL AID– Responsible for:

• Understanding Jacksonville University regulations and NCAA and Club regulations, as necessary
• Initiating process for initial and renewal grants
• Consistently updating team rosters

BUDGETS– Responsible for:

• Assisting in annual budget preparation
• Staying within the amount budgeted for the fiscal year
• Having all expenditures pre-approved through appropriate channels

TRAVEL– Responsible for:

• Initiating process for all travel arrangements and submitting reports within 48 hours of return

EQUIPMENT/APPAREL– Responsible for:

• Pre- and Post-season inventory
• Care and maintenance of all equipment/apparel, and facilities
• Initiating process to order equipment/apparel

ACADEMICS– Responsible for:

• Supporting all Department of Athletics policies on classroom attendance, study hall, progress reports and enforcing disciplinary actions

FUNDRAISING– Responsible for:

• Getting prior approval from the Development Officer before initiating a fundraising activity
• Devising new methods of fundraising
• Being available for Departmental fundraising activities
• Following guidelines established by the Department, University, and the NCAA for fundraising activities, as applicable

PAPERWORK – Responsible for:

• Completing all paperwork by the established athletic department

RECRUITING– Responsible for: 

• Arranging financially responsible recruiting trips
• Recruiting students who will be an asset to the University and Department of Athletics and graduate in a timely manner

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA flag football rules and club sports governance

• Mastery of the sport of Flag Football

• Ability to lead, guide, and direct assistants

• Willingness to form relationships with constituents and fundraise

Education and Experience

1. Minimum Education Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, master’s degree preferred
  1. Minimum Work Experience:
• Two years of collegiate coaching experience at the NCAA Division I preferred
  1. Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with NCAA Division I Rules and Regulations
• Proven recruiting and fundraising abilities
• Demonstrated leadership skills

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform essential job duties or have special accommodations arranged in advance

Work Conditions:

• Required to work atypical hours, including nights, weekends, and potential holidays
• May be required to practice in heat, cold, or inclement weather

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.  

To Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter, list of references, and JU application.