Assistant Football Coach / Defensive Coordinator

This position is responsible for assisting in the overall management of the College's football program, with a specific focus of serving as the Defensive Coordinator. Duties include coaching, recruitment and retention of student-athletes, scheduling and budget management, equipment ordering, scheduling contests, viable fundraising, public relations, and other duties.   

Job Title:  Assistant Football Coach/Defensive Coordinator & Instructor of Physical Education

Status:  Exempt, Full-time 10 month position who works an Academic year schedule         

Reports To: Head Football Coach

Job Duties:

• Work under the direction of the Head Football Coach to conduct and evaluate practice activities for designated team members. Provide group and individual assistance in a manner that engages the student-athletes and builds commitment to the program.

• Work collaboratively with the Head Football Coach to integrate efforts and create program success. Assist other staff members with activities as needed to reach the goals of the team.

• Meet with prospective students and their family members both on campus and at remote locations. Provide advice and counsel on the admissions process, the Augustana experience and the integral role of the student-athlete in overall campus life.

• Align and promote the core principals and standards of the program at all times.

• Manage a diverse set of responsibilities including but not limited to assisting with travel arrangements, team travel meals, home event operations and other duties as assigned in relation to team operations.

• Provide feedback to assigned staff members and student workers on work performance and overall effectiveness.

• Create teaching curriculum for physical education activity courses as assigned during the academic year. Find ways to engage students in learning activities.

• Other duties as assigned.