Assistant Football Coach, Defensive Coordinator

Under the direction of the head coach, assists with planning, coaching, recruiting, administering, and promoting an athletics program within NCAA and University of Chicago standards. Recommends, plans, and implements new instructional, training, and conditioning programs. Teaches relevant skills to student-athletes during team practices, games, and individual/small group training sessions.

Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes the details of the team including skill teaching and development, practice organization, coaching, and player selection. 

• Evaluate individual performance and provides leadership and instruction in areas of deficiency as required.

• Implements team discipline, decision-making, and independent judgment.

• Directs the work of student workers and volunteer assistant coaches. 

• Comply with institutional, Midwest Conference, University Athletic Association, and NCAA rules and regulations.

• Serves on professional departmental committees.

• Ensures student-athletes and athletic representatives are informed of and comply with NCAA and University rules and regulations.

• Represent the University of Chicago in professional, alumni, and civic functions.

• Performs recruitment of student-athletes.

• Develops and implements new instructional, training, and conditioning programs. Teaches relevant skills to student-athletes during team practices, games, and individual/small group training sessions.

• Counsels and advises student-athletes on their academic, personal, and physical condition, consulting with the head coach and appropriate University staff as necessary. Participates in the development and implementation of an overall recruiting plan.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree.

• Master's degree.

Experience:

• Significant and relevant playing or teaching/coaching experience in football at the professional, collegiate, or high school level.

Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Competencies

• Familiarity with NCAA rules and Division III philosophy.

• Excellent verbal and written communication.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments concurrently.  

• Proficient in computer skills; Microsoft Office and other software.

Working Conditions

• This role will perform many tasks outdoors.

• Travel to various on and off-campus locations

• Carry or lift loads and push/pull objects of up to 25 lbs.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)

• Cover Letter (required)

• Three References Contact Information (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.