Assistant Football Coach/Safeties

University of St. Thomas • Saint Paul, MN • 7h ago

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Assistant Football Coach/Safeties position within the department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

Tuition Remission for employees, spouses, and dependents

Generous Retirement Contributions to support your future

Comprehensive Health Coverage including medical, dental, and vision

Fully Paid Insurance : disability, life, and AD&D

Paid Parental Leave to support growing families

Salary Range: $40,000 to $45,000

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the Safeties coach assists with management of the football program. Emphasis will be placed on recruitment, mentoring student athletes, and assisting with practices to include planning and skill development. The Safeties Coach assists the Head Football Coach in representation of the football program at intercollegiate athletics, alumni, University, booster club, and fundraising events as needed. This position requires you to work evenings and weekends and will require travel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Student-Athlete Skill Development, Technique and Mentorship

Develop the safeties athletically and mentally so they can maximize their potential as players. In addition, be an active participant in their development off the field. This includes, but is not limited to, academically, emotionally, and socially.

Recruiting

Evaluate, rank, and recruit local, regional, national, and international safeties. Evaluate and recruit all position players within your assigned recruiting areas. Establish and cultivate relationships with high school and junior college coaches in your recruiting areas. Participate in the planning and execution of unofficial and official recruiting visits.

Practice, Game Planning and Game Strategy

Assist the defensive coordinator in practice preparation with the organization of safety drills, player reps and player rotations. Evaluate the opponent's offensive skill personnel and assist in creating a weekly game plan. Work with the cornerbacks coach to make sure the defensive secondary is coordinated in passing schemes and run fits with the linebackers and defensive line.

Administrative

Assist the Head Football Coach by attending intercollegiate athletics, alumni, university, booster club and fundraising events. Work with the Sports Information Director to participate in approved media requests.

Other Duties as Assigned

Assist and/or complete other duties that may be assigned by the VP and Director of Athletics, Football Sport Administrator or Head Football Coach.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Four years of coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted

Preferred Qualifications

A working knowledge of NCAA compliance rules and regulations

An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted

HOW TO APPLY

All interested candidates must apply online athttps://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

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Job Post Information* : Posted Date8 hours ago(3/2/2026 9:49 AM)

Position Number330506

CampusSt. Paul

FLSA StatusExempt/Salaried

Employment TypeFull-Time Staff

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