At the San Francisco 49ers, our mission is simple but powerful: to create meaningful moments that inspire and connect. Whether it's on the field, in the community, or behind the scenes, we're united by the belief that the work we do has the power to bring people together and leave a lasting impact.
Success here takes more than passion; it's about bringing your best to every challenge. We thrive by balancing priorities with precision, making thoughtful decisions in fast-paced environments, and always looking ahead to what's next. Our team is built on core competencies that shape how we work: adaptability, integrity, collaboration, strong communication, and a relentless focus on continuous improvement. Together, these qualities fuel our ability to deliver world-class experiences for our fans, partners, and community.
If you're excited about being part of a supportive team where you can develop your skills, share your ideas, and help make a difference, we'd love to have you join us.
The 49ers Foundation harnesses football to educate and empower Bay Area youth through a collective of innovative and community-focused strategies. From award-winning STEAM education and nationally recognized youth football programs to impactful community partnerships with leading non-profits, we are tirelessly dedicated to inspiring the confidence and collaboration our youth need to tackle what is possible.
The Youth Football Coach role is responsible for supporting the in-school health and wellness program (49ers Flag in school). The position will also support all 49ers youth football initiatives - 49ers Flag leagues, camps/clinics/combines and other community initiatives. In addition to instructing youth, a Youth Football Coach will also be responsible for growing relationships with key community partners and assisting with special events and targeted youth activations. The role will handle a variety of detail-oriented tasks with a focus on leading weekly youth programs, leading camps/clinics/special events, and maintaining program related metrics.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Supports 49ers FLAG In-School Programming and flag activities across Bay Area Schools.
Supports 49ers FLAG and 49ers PREP football camps, clinics, and special events.
Supports 49ers game day youth football-related activities at Levi's Stadium.
Assists with health and wellness programming for up to 200 students.
Helps plan and deliver non-contact youth flag football drills, school-site.
Helps facilitate program surveys and maintains detailed reports highlighting participant data.
Helps maintain cleanliness and inventory of program related equipment.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Abilities and Skills:
Experience working in youth sports or school programs.
Basic knowledge of football / flag football strategy and/or health and wellness fundamentals.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must have a current drivers license with clean driving record.
Education and Experience:
High school degree or equivalent.
Previous experience in coaching, outdoor education recreation, preferred experience within high and/or college athletics program (player, coach, administrator).
A degree or certification in child development, education, recreation, or a related field preferred.
Passion for working with groups representing marginalized communities or other historically disenfranchised groups.
Experience with Microsoft Suite and Salesforce experience is preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
The employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
The employee is constantly required to stand and walk. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee may be occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Certain positions may require the employee to push or pull 250 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and depth perception.
This position requires the ability to work extended hours and/or weekends.
Travel:
75% of local travel time expected for this position.
Compensation:
$20 per hour
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.