NCAA Head Coach - Women's Flag Football

Build a NCAA program from the ground up for real, not just on XBOX!

Howard Payne University invites visionary leaders to seize a rare opportunity to build something special from the ground up as the inaugural Head Flag Football Coach. Located in the Heartland of Texas, HPU offers unmatched access to one of the most fertile recruiting regions in the nation, with a central location providing convenient reach to West Texas, the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Austin, San Antonio, and Houston. This is more than launching a program—it is an opportunity to write history, establish a championship culture, and create a legacy that will make Howard Payne University and the entire Heartland of Texas proud. For the right leader, the foundation is in place to shape the future of one of the fastest-growing sports in the country while impacting the lives of student-athletes and building a program defined by excellence, character, and community.

The Head Women’s Flag Football Coach will develop and lead a program that reflects Howard Payne University’s Christ-centered mission and commitment to excellence in academics, athletics, and character. The coach will oversee all aspects of the program, from recruiting and player development to competition, compliance, and community engagement. The Head Coach will develop and execute strategies for the recruitment of student-athletes to build a highly visible regionally and nationally competitive team consistent with the student-athlete philosophy of NCAA Division III athletics. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

1. Program Leadership: Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of the Women’s Flag Football program, including practices, competitions, scheduling, social media, and travel
2. Recruitment: Develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy to attract and retain student-athletes who embody the values of HPU and can compete at a high level, maintaining a roster size of 25
3. Player Development: Design and execute training sessions focused on skill enhancement, teamwork, and leadership
4. Academic Oversight: Monitor the academic progress of student-athletes, promoting success in the classroom and graduation
5. Spiritual Mentorship: Encourage and guide the spiritual and personal growth of team members through intentional mentorship, Bible study, and team devotionals
6. Event and Game Day Coordination: Oversee home and away contests, ensuring quality event management and positive student-athlete experiences
7. Fundraising and Community Engagement: Lead fundraising efforts, connect with alumni and donors, and engage with the local community to build support for the program
8. Administrative Duties: Manage program budgets, equipment, and compliance with institutional, conference, and NCAA regulations
9. Staff Management: Supervise assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and student workers associated with the program

Howard Payne University is committed to offering a competitive compensation package designed to attract and retain outstanding leaders within the NCAA Division III coaching profession.