Quality Control Analyst/Coaching Assistant

Position Title:

Quality Control Analyst/Coaching Assistant

Appointment Type:

Contract

Job Description:

Iowa State University Football is accepting applications for an experienced Quality Control Analyst/Coaching Assistant specializing in the defensive line. This position provides consultation and advice to the coaching staff and athletes, playing a significant role in the programs’ ability to effectively develop athletes and make effective game day strategies and decisions for the DI, FBS football program.

• Assist with planning practice sessions and competitive coaching situations;
• Effectively teach, mentor and coach to develop successful and well-rounded student-athletes;
• Break-down film weeks in advance;
• Chart plays and tendencies and exercise discretion and independent judgment to analyze, interpret and communicate detailed and complex analysis of opponents and ISU;
• Prepare and produce opponent scouting reports for use by coaching staff and student-athletes, self-scouting reports, and video cut-up reports;
• Oversee playbook/scouting report production;
• Identify and help successfully recruit and retain academically qualified and athletically talented student-athletes;
• Help manage recruiting activities for assigned prospects and assist with official and unofficial visits;
• Establish and maintain effective interactions with students, colleagues, university staff and administrators, alumni, media and the public;
• Commitment to and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of the University, Big 12 Conference, and NCAA;
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach or designee.

Candidates require a high level of football knowledge in relation to the skills, techniques, talent evaluation, and breakdown of tendencies, strategies, and play calling. Requires strong motivational, teaching/coaching and communication skills. Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body. Position will work many non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends and requires the ability to travel overnight.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience coaching, video analyst or competing in football at a highly competitive level (post high school).
Experience using specialized sports software to breakdown and analyze football film. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Successful NCAA DI or professional football coaching experience.

Successful NCAA DI or professional football playing experience.

Knowledge and expertise analyzing specific defense positions identified by the head coach (D-Line).

Proposed Start Date:

March 17, 2025

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

Contract

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume
2) Contact information for 3 work references

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program.

Original Posting Date:

February 25, 2025

Posting Close Date:

March 3, 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R16506