Assistant Football Coach - Defense/Special Teams Coordinator

University of Chicago • Austin, TX

4d • $45,000 - $49,000

About The Position

Under the direction of the head coach, assists with planning, coaching, recruiting, administering, and promoting an athletics program within NCAA and University of Chicago standard. 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.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree.
• Significant and relevant playing or teaching/coaching experience in Football at the professional, collegiate, or high school level.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes the details of the team, including skill teaching and development, practice organization, coaching, and player selection.
• Evaluates 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.
• Has a moderate/high level of authority to participate in staff meetings, individual planning meetings, and parent-student staffing.
• Helps staff to plan and execute events.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
• Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level