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Kalamazoo College

Head Coach, Football

Kalamazoo College, Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, 49006

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The head coach for football is responsible for the organization and administration of the football program. Reporting to the director of athletics, this 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position provides:

An excellent opportunity to mentor and empower players to be their best selves on and off the field; and

The ability to build up and build upon positive relationships with prospective student‑athletes and their families, colleagues, alumni, donors, and the greater Kalamazoo community.

Kalamazoo College is proud of offering a robust and reliable slate of benefits. A continued goal is to maximize our benefits while minimizing costs to employees, families, and the College. Supported by an experienced athletic training team and a knowledgeable strength and conditioning coaching staff, this is a program on the rise and excited for their next head coach.

The head coach for football is also supported by:

Three full‑time assistants

One graduate assistant

Seven part‑time assistants

One volunteer assistant

Responsibilities In addition to the above, responsibilities include:

Recruiting and retaining academically and athletically talented students;

Managing an operational budget and fundraising;

Game scheduling and team travel arrangements;

Hiring, supervising, and developing an assistant coaching staff;

Partnering with the sports information director on public relations opportunities;

Knowledge of and commitment to all NCAA, MIAA, and institutional rules and regulations;

Instruct Physical Education classes as determined by the PE Department Chair and the Provost;

Academic advising of a select group of students;

Involvement in departmental and campus committees; and

Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

The successful candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree at minimum but a master’s degree is preferred, and many of the following traits:

A commitment to the student‑athlete experience;

Evidence of strong organizational and effective communication skills;

Current knowledge of NCAA regulations;

Ability to successfully recruit college‑level student‑athletes;

Previous coaching experience with a minimum of five years preferred;

Evidence of a commitment to academic excellence;

Ability to interact effectively with student‑athletes, colleagues, and the public;

A commitment to the welfare and well‑being of the student‑athlete;

Capable and willing to actively plan and participate in fundraising, promotions, and other similar endeavors as they relate to the football program and the entire Athletics Department.

Applicants are asked to upload a resume and cover letter. Completed applications received by

November 23, 2025 , will receive full consideration, with later applications reviewed as needed until the positions are filled. The successful candidate will start in early January 2026.

About Kalamazoo College Men’s Football Kalamazoo College, is an NCAA Division III institution and member of the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA), located in southwestern Michigan. Relevant accolades include:

The football program was started in 1892

13 MIAA Championships

Five MIAA Most Valuable Players

10 Academic All-Americans

Seven All-Americans

Six All‑Region

33 All‑MIAA selections over the last decade

100% Graduation rate over last decade

Averaged over a 3.0 Cumulative Team GPA over the last decade

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