Defensive Coordinator – Sprint Football

• Serve as a representative of Quincy University, displaying courtesy, professionalism, tact, consideration, and discretion in all interactions with students, faculty, staff, alumni, recruits, and the public.

• Coordinate, develop, and implement all defensive strategies, game plans, and practice plans for the sprint football program.

• Coach and develop defensive student-athletes through position-specific instruction, skill development, and performance evaluation.

• Analyze game film, opponent tendencies, and scouting reports to prepare defensive game plans and make in-game adjustments.

• Assist the Head Coach with the recruitment, evaluation, and retention of qualified student-athletes who can succeed academically and athletically at Quincy University.

• Assist with monitoring the academic progress, retention, and eligibility of student-athletes while promoting academic success and personal development.

• Assist with scheduling opponents and coordinating game operations as directed by the Head Coach.

• Assist with planning, organizing, and supervising team travel for competitions and recruiting activities.

• Assist with the promotion of the sprint football program through recruiting events, community engagement, alumni relations, social media initiatives, and other outreach activities.

• Assist with the planning, promotion, organization, and operation of Quincy University Sprint Football camps and clinics.

• Assist with the implementation and supervision of strength and conditioning programs designed to improve athletic performance and reduce injury risk.

• Abide by all policies, regulations, and rules of Quincy University, the applicable conference, and governing athletic associations, including the Quincy University Code of Ethics for Coaches.

• Monitor and enforce student-athlete compliance with team rules, university policies, and the Quincy University Code of Ethics for Student-Athletes.

• Maintain effective communication with student-athletes, coaching staff, athletic department personnel, and university constituents.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Sprint Football Coach or Director of Athletics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.

• Previous football coaching experience, particularly on the defensive side of the ball, preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of defensive schemes, game planning, film analysis, and player development.

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and recruiting skills.

• Commitment to the academic, athletic, and personal development of student-athletes.

• Valid driver's license and ability to travel for recruiting and team-related activities.

• Ability to work evenings, weekends

Salary:

• $35,000- $40,000

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, retirement, and tuition remission.

Send letter of application, resume and three professional references to:

Kirkland Burton, Head Sprint Football Coach

c/o Office of Human Resources

Quincy University

1800 College Ave.

Quincy, IL  62301

or

                                                                                       hr@quincy.edu

An Equal Opportunity Employer