Assistant Football Coach - Defense/Special Teams Coordinator

Department

CSL ATH: Football

About the Department

The University of Chicago is a member of the University Athletic Association and the NCAA (Division III). The University sponsors 20 varsity sports. The Department of Athletics & Recreation maintains an environment that supports the student athletes' commitment to thriving academically and athletically. A diverse, challenging athletic program supplements the rigorous academic curriculum. The lessons learned through athletic endeavors represent an invaluable part of the nonacademic aspects of a holistic education. Achieving this goal is based on a commitment to excellence.

Job Summary

Assistant Football Coach: 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.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

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

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• 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 up to 25 lbs.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• List of Three References (preferred)

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

Job Family

Academic Affairs

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

Yes

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$45,000.00 - $49,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

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