Athletic Assistant - Football
Posted Date: Apr 29, 2026
QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$6,700/semester -
Years of Experience
1+ Years -
Work Type
Part-time
SPORTS/DEPARTMENT
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Athletic Assistant - Football
Posting Number
S00633
Position Type
Part Time
Hours/Schedule
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Athletic Assistant - Football
Posting Number
S00633
Position Type
Part Time
Hours/Schedule
Hours may vary
Campus
Main Campus, Utica NY
Date Position Available
08/01/2026
Posted Salary
Stipend: $6,700.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Benefits Eligible
Yes
If yes, please select:
Medical Insurance Only
Position Summary Information
| Position Summary |
Assists Head Coach with all facets of a varsity sports program including organizing and planning of all practices and game strategies, training and health education of student athletes, monitoring academic progress of student athletes and recruiting of athletes for the Program.
Athletic Assistants are expected to take graduate classes and work toward their master’s degree. Athletic Assistant positions are 10 months (August 1-May 31) unless otherwise noted. Athletic assistant’s tenure concludes upon earning a master’s degree or the conclusion of the agreement (3.5 year position).
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| Location | Utica, NY |
| Application Deadline | |
| *Full consideration by*: | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Major Responsibilities |
- Adheres to Utica University Athletic Department philosophy, including knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and conference rules and regulations. Provides and advises student athletes of obligations and requirements under said philosophy and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Plans and runs daily practices sessions and periodic individual training sessions to ensure student-athletes are learning team concepts and safety issues while participating in intercollegiate athletics.
- Monitors student-athletes’ academic success, providing direction when necessary, including providing for or arranging necessary academic help services.
- May be required to teach physical education classes each semester as assigned by the Athletic Director.
- Manages equipment usage, orders and maintains uniforms, balls, etc. Scouts opponents, tape exchange, etc. Assists Athletic Director with game scheduling, transportation, and works with the Sports Information department to ensure all statistics, records and publications are accurate and updated. Contributes time and assistance to department and team fundraising, if appropriate.
- Recruit and retain prospective student-athletes giving them an opportunity to compete and to better themselves as athletes and individuals.
- Takes an active role in the development of the department’s strategic and operational plans as required by department leadership. Works closely with department supervisor to develop and implement operational goals that support departmental success.
- Responsible for working with supervisor and other team members to achieve successful results on all established individual and departmental goals and key performance indicators.
- Required to attend van training annually in order provide transportation to/from sporting events in Utica University vehicles.
- May perform other related duties as assigned.
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| Driving Responsibilities |
- Must maintain a clean driving record as defined by University insurance carrier guidelines. Motor vehicle record will be monitored regularly using NYS License Event Notification Service or License Monitor, Inc. for out of state licenses. Will be required to attend van training annually.
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| Travel |
Travel is required
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| Supervises | Oversees team managers |
| Education & Experience Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 1-2 years coaching experience
- Must have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
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| Minimum Skills/Abilities |
Knowledge of Football
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizations skills
Must be willing to travel
Must be certified in first aid, CPR and AED.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record (as defined by College insurance carrier guidelines)
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| Applicant Documents Instructions | |
| Additional information | Visa sponsorship is not available for this position |
| EEO/AA Statement |
Utica University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and creating a welcoming work environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, or protected status under applicable local, state, or federal law.
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| Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans |
Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 to offer options for higher education study to veterans returning from the Second World War. More than seventy years since veterans returned from WWII, this tradition of serving veterans is still held in high regard here at Utica University, and we are proud to welcome veterans as students and as valued members of our faculty and professional staff.
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- HercJobs.org (HERC Higher Ed Recruitment Consortium)
- HigherEdJobs.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Observer Dispatch (Utica OD)-newspaper
- Ithaca Journal
- Personal Referral
- Utica University Website
- Albany Times Union
- Binghamton Press & Sun
- careerbuilders.com
- centralnewyorkhelpwanted.com
- Chronicle.com (Chronicle of Higher Ed website)
- Elmira Star Gazette
- Utica University Online Employment Website
- DiverseEducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- Historically Black Colleges and Universities
- Indeed.com
- Current Utica University Employee
- Referred by a Utica University Employee
- Referred by a non Utica University Employee
- LinkedIn-Job Posting
- LinkedIn-Recruited by Utica University HR
- Centralnewyorkhelpwanted.com
- Syracuse Post Standard-newspaper
- Albany Times Union-newspaper
- Job Fair
- Search Firm
- NCAA
- PRISM Network
- HBCU Connect
- DiverseJobs
- Other
* Please provide more details regarding the source of your referral?
(Open Ended Question)
- Do you currently hold or will you have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree by August 1, 2019?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents 1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae 2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents 1. Letter of Reference #1
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