Head Coach, Flag Football (9-Month, Part-Time)

Title: Head Coach, Flag Football (9-Month, Part-Time)

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Office of the President

Sub Division-Department: DAL-Office of the President

Department: DAL-Athletics Admin-500400

Job Location:

Salary: $10.50/hour

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

UNT Dallas athletics supports 6 intercollegiate sports. The department is a member of the NAIA as well as the Sooner Athletic Conference. Its administrators, staff, coaches and students follow the 5 core values of the NAIA including respect, responsibility, integrity sportsmanship, and servant leadership while also following the missing of UNT Dallas.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas at Dallas is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and student-centered leader to serve as the Head Coach for its Women’s Flag Football program. This role presents a unique opportunity to build and lead a competitive, high-character program from the ground up, aligned with the mission and values of the university and the standards of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).

The Head Coach will be responsible for establishing a culture of excellence that prioritizes academic achievement, athletic development, leadership, and personal growth. This individual will play a critical role in shaping the identity, visibility, and long-term success of Women’s Flag Football at UNT Dallas.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Collegiate or high school coaching experience required.
• Background in flag football or related sports at a competitive level (playing or coaching.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated success in recruiting and developing student-athletes.
• Strong understanding of NAIA rules, compliance, and eligibility standards.
• Ability to teach and develop sport-specific skills for collegiate Women’s Flag Football.
• Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build culture, motivate teams, and mentor student-athletes.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to grow a program’s competitive and community impact.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred; or the 5 years of equivalent experience.
• Head coaching experience preferred.
• Experience building or expanding an athletic program strongly preferred

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• Valid driver’s license

Job Duties

• Build, lead, and manage all aspects of the Women’s Flag Football program, including strategic planning, practices, competition, and player development.
• Recruit, evaluate, retain, and develop student-athletes who align with UNT Dallas’ academic standards and program culture, while monitoring academic progress and supporting student-athlete success initiatives.
• Establish and maintain a disciplined and competitive team environment that reflects university and departmental values.
• Ensure full compliance with NAIA, university, conference, and Title IX rules, regulations, and policies.
• Collaborate with athletic administration on budgeting, scheduling, program operations, and long-term program planning.
• Partner with athletic training and medical staff to prioritize student-athlete health, safety, and well-being.
• Oversee team travel, equipment, scheduling, and all operational and logistical needs of the program.
• Lead community engagement, branding, outreach, and visibility efforts to promote and grow the Women’s Flag Football program.
• Support and actively participate in fundraising, sponsorship development, donor engagement, and advancement initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders—including campus partners, alumni, community organizations, and marketing/communications—to enhance program promotion, game-day experience, and the overall success and culture of UNT Dallas Athletics.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• Low temperatures.
• Noisy environments.
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Elevated temperatures.
• Small and/or enclosed spaces.

Work Schedule

9 Month Schedule

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.