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Assistant Coach, Football - Join Lehigh University Athletics

Lehigh University seeks a dedicated Assistant Coach to join our Football program and contribute to the development of student-athletes both on and off the field. This full-time exempt position offers the opportunity to shape young minds while advancing your coaching career at a prestigious institution.

About the Opportunity

As Assistant Coach, you will provide leadership and direction across all program facets, supporting our mission to develop well-rounded student-athletes. Your responsibilities will directly impact recruitment success, athletic performance, and academic achievement within our football program.

Position Number: S99420

This position is a Grade: 7 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $39,670-$47,620 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver sport-specific coaching and skill development
• Lead recruitment efforts to attract top student-athletes
• Support academic development and student-athlete success
• Maintain compliance with University, Patriot League, and NCAA policies
• Collaborate with coaching staff to achieve program objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree; Master's Degree preferred
• One to three years of work related experience
• Experience as a student-athlete
• NCAA Certification required
• CPR/First-Aid Certification required

Why Lehigh University?

Located in Pennsylvania's beautiful Lehigh Valley, Lehigh University combines academic excellence with competitive athletics. Our institution serves over 7,000 students through innovative programs that prepare leaders for tomorrow's challenges. As part of our Athletics department, you'll join a community committed to fostering both athletic and academic achievement.

Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university's mission. Lehigh University offers a comprehensive and family friendly benefits package which includes but is not limited to Health Care, Retirement and Educational benefits. Information can be found on our website.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.

Special Considerations

• This position has direct contact with minors, therefore a background check is required.

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.

Advertised: April 16, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: April 21, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time