Job Title

Corners Coach Part-Time

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

University Athletics - Football

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Corners Coach is responsible for coaching and developing student-athletes assigned to the cornerback position while supporting the overall defensive philosophy of the football program. This position contributes to competitive success, recruiting efforts, and student-athlete development while maintaining full compliance with NCAA Division II, conference, and institutional regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coaching & Player Development

Coach cornerbacks in position-specific fundamentals, techniques, and schemes

Teach coverage techniques, press and off-man coverage, footwork, tackling, and ball skills

Assist with defensive practice planning, drills, and game preparation

Evaluate player performance through film analysis and practice assessment

Promote academic success, discipline, and personal development of student-athletes

Game Planning & Analysis

Assist the Defensive Coordinator with opponent scouting, film breakdown, and game planning

Prepare scouting reports and self-scout evaluations related to pass defense

Participate in game-day coaching responsibilities and in-game adjustments

Recruiting

Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes for the cornerback position in accordance with NCAA Division II rules

Maintain recruiting documentation and databases

Assist with official and unofficial visits and recruiting events

Administration & Compliance

Ensure compliance with all NCAA Division II, conference, and institutional rules

Assist with monitoring academic progress, eligibility, and conduct of assigned student-athletes

Complete required administrative documentation and reports

Represent the football program and university in a professional manner

Program Support & Additional Duties

Assist with camps, clinics, fundraising, and community engagement activities

Support strength and conditioning programming for defensive backs in coordination with athletic performance staff

Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach or Athletic Administration

Assist in transportation of athletes to/from athletic events, which may include driving a full-size passenger van or other large capacity vehicle.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree/or equivalent working experience from an accredited institution

Playing and/or coaching experience at the cornerback or defensive back position

Knowledge of defensive schemes and coverage concepts

Understanding of NCAA Division II rules and regulations

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Must have a State of Texas or Arkansas class "C" vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Acceptable driving record and periodic completion of van safety course

Preferred Qualifications

Collegiate coaching experience, preferably at the NCAA Division II level

Recruiting experience at the collegiate level

Master’s degree

Experience with video analysis platforms (e.g., Hudl, XOS)

Other Requirements

Ability to travel extensively and work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Working in all weather conditions, exposure to high noise levels, standing throughout the day, the ability to use a loud voice at practices and events and physical involvement in all practices and workouts with players.
  - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does not supervise employees.

To be considered for this position, your application must be submitted no later than July 25, 2026.

To apply: Upload your cover letter, CV/resume, and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact HR@tamut.edu.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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