Top 27 Football coach Jobs in New Jersey

Assistant Football Coach
Princeton University —Princeton, NJ
- $95,000 - $125,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
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Assistant Football Coach - Fall
Kenilworth Public Schools —Kenilworth, NJ
- $8,490 a month
- CPR Certification
- High school
- First Aid Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Assistant Football Coach
Newton, NJ
- $6,000 a month
- Part-time
- Residential
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
Assistant Football Coach
Sussex County Community College —Newton, NJ
- $6,000 a month
- Part-time
- Residential
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
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Assistant W- Flag Football Coach
Union County College —Cranford, NJ
- $5,000 a month
- Extended hours
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
26-27 Junior Varsity Football Coach
Trenton Public Schools —Trenton, NJ
- $42 - $48 an hour
- School experience
- High school
- Public school
Head W-Flag Football Coach
Union County College —Cranford, NJ
- $10,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Head Football Coach - Fall
Kenilworth Public Schools —Kenilworth, NJ
- $11,927 a year
- CPR Certification
- High school
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Head Coach - Girls Flag Football (Spring)
Leap Academy University Charter School —Camden, NJ
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
Football Coach (Private) in Jersey City, New Jersey | TeachMe.To
TeachMe.To —Jersey City, NJ
- Choose your own hours
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Teaching
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Asst. Coach - Strength and Conditioning
Rutgers University —Piscataway, NJ
- $62,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
10d
Multi-Sport Coach
TGA Premier Sports —Paramus, NJ
- Part-time
- Background check
- 16+ years old
- Reliable transportation
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
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Football Coach (Private) in Newark, New Jersey | TeachMe.To
TeachMe.To —Newark, NJ
- Choose your own hours
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Teaching
Quick Apply
14d
2026-2027 Coaching Positions
Pennsauken Public Schools —Pennsauken, NJ
- Fingerprint clearance
- Public school
- Entry level
Head Coaching Positions 2026-2027 (HS)
New Brunswick Public Schools —New Brunswick, NJ
- High school
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
Assistant Coach - Girls Flag Football (Spring)
Leap Academy University Charter School —Camden, NJ
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
Youth Sports Coach
N Zone Sports NCNJ —Millburn, NJ
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Contract
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Preschool
Quick Apply
10d
After School Program Coach
Rahway's Best Summer Camp & After School Program —Rahway, NJ
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Paid training
- Employee discount
Quick Apply
Fall Coaches - Middle School - 2026-2027
Hillside Public Schools —Hillside, NJ
- Public school
- Middle school
- Entry level
Head Coaching Positions 2026-2027 (MS)
New Brunswick Public Schools —New Brunswick, NJ
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Middle school

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Assistant Football Coach

Princeton University -
Princeton, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$95,000 - $125,000 a year
3 days ago

Qualifications

Program management
Microsoft Outlook
Student recruitment
Team leadership
Sports team experience
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Overview:

The mission of Princeton University Department of Athletics is to strive for excellence in academics and athletics, while embracing equity in opportunity, good sportsmanship, and ethical conduct. In keeping with this mission, the role of the Assistant Football Coach/Defensive Run Game Coordinator is to provide a quality varsity program that will challenge and develop the physical, mental and personal abilities of student-athletes of a Division I program.

Responsibilities:

Serve as Defensive Run Game Coordinator.
Coach football in a substantive manner that is consistent with the educational mission of the University.
Assist in the preparation necessary to compete at the Division I-AA/FCS level, including compiling scouting reports for opponents.
Assist the head coach with the planning and execution of all practices.
Work with the head coach to determine the top prospects for the Princeton University football program.
Recruit top football student-athletes of high moral character who demonstrate the desire to excel in academics and athletics. This is including, but not limited to, attending primary evaluation sites to identify talent, travel to contests/tournaments to evaluate prospects, and making home visits to talk to top prospects and parents. All while maintaining compliance with NCAA, ECAC and IVY LEAGUE legislation.
Perform a wide variety of administrative tasks including but not limited to CARA Forms, recruiting logs, calendars, rosters and other various reports for NCAA and Ivy League compliance related issues.
Assist with player resume preparation and career development.
Work effectively with administrators, the support staff, and other coaches and programs within the Department of Athletics.
Communicate effectively with various institutional constituencies (e.g., faculty, administration, students, parents, staff, alumni and friends) in order to strengthen programmatic integration with the University.
Assist with the development of the Friends Group.
Adhere to Ivy League and NCAA rules and regulations.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent coaching experience.
Successful background in coaching football for at least five years.
Excellent organizational skills.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage team dynamics.
Demonstrated organizational ability for practice, program management, and recruiting.
An understanding of the fundamental role that intercollegiate athletics, properly implemented, can play in the educational development of our student-athletes.
Work within the framework of the Department of Athletics administration and coaches.
Successful background in coaching football, preferably at the collegiate level.
Collegiate playing experience.
First Aid, AED, and CPR certification within four months of hire.
Proficient with MS office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Previous recruiting experience required.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours: 36.25 Work Schedule, If Other Than Standard Hours: Nights, weekends and travel required. Eligible for Overtime: No Benefits Eligible: Yes Probationary Period: 180 days Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail): No Estimated Appointment End Date: 6/30/2027 Comments Related to End Date: Assistant coaches are renewed annually. Physical Capacity Exam Required: No Valid Driver’s License Required: Yes : #LI-SB1 Salary Range: $95,000 to $125,000

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