Assistant Football Coach, Offensive Coordinator

Department

CSL ATH: Football

About the Department

The University of Chicago is one of the nation's leading institutions of higher education and research. Campus and Student Life (CSL) is comprised of 20 departments that serve the University's 17,500 college, graduate, and professional school students, as well as the campus community more broadly. CSL is importantly charged with the dual task of supporting all students in the University, graduate and undergraduate, and managing multiple campus departments and services that serve the entire campus community. CSL's programs and services focus on supporting student academic success, providing opportunities for personal growth and leadership development, developing community and engagement through the residential housing and dining program, and in areas such as artistic expression, spiritual exploration, and athletic competition.

The University of Chicago community includes approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 10,500 graduate, professional, and other students, and there are over 400 recognized student organizations working together to create a vibrant and dynamic student life. 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 and 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 non-academic aspects of a holistic education. Achieving this goal is based on a commitment to excellence.

Job Summary

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. 

• 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.

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

• Performs recruitment of student-athletes.

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of students’ academic abilities and rates achievements. Monitors and documents students’ progress, participation, and attendance in class.

• Works independently and guides the work of groups of students and/or teachers throughout the academic year. Interprets issues and provides expert consultation, training, and/or professional advising.

• Participates in staff meetings and a range of social and academic program 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 5-7 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.
• Experience coaching both or either Quarterbacks and Wide Receivers.

Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s License.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

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

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.  

Working Conditions

• This role will perform many tasks outdoors.
• Travel to various on and off-camp