How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The Executive Assistant to the Head Football Coach assists the football coach in all areas, including day-to-day operations, scheduling, internal and external communications, office management and administration.

Responsibilities*

Assists the Head Football Coach in all areas, including day-to-day operations, scheduling, internal and external communications, office management and administration.

Maintain, edit and disseminate head coach calendar.

Responsible for all logistics and scheduling for head coach travel.

Maintain head coach’s personal and professional contacts.

Assist in event planning for all football functions.

Plan and facilitate all VIP, donor and guest appointments.

Produce content needed by head coach for team meetings and/or staff meetings.

Assist with all correspondence, distribution, replies and filing.

Assist head coach with personal appearances and off-season engagements.

Complete special projects as assigned by head coach, including family engagements.

Administratively report to the Associate Athletic Director for Football.

Required Qualifications*

Minimum of 5 years related experience in NCAA or NFL football administration.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Creative thinking and ability to think on their feet.

Compliance/understanding of Big Ten and NCAA rules.

Must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with athletic department staff, coaches and student-athletes.

Must possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills - verbal and written; excellent problem analysis and problem-solving skills; attention to detail and accuracy; outstanding customer service orientation; adaptability; initiative; and stress tolerance.

Ability to travel with football team and head coach.

Ability to work weekends during competitive season(s). On-call availability.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.