PT - Asst Football Coach-Defensive Line

Job Details

Description

Reporting to the Head Coach, The Defensive Lines Coach provides assistance to the Head Coach in order to run
a successful athletics program. The Defensive Lines Coach mentors student athletes to help them reach their full
potential on and off the field; helps build a program that the University, students, alumni, and community can be
proud of. This position will assist in the recruiting of potential student athletes and provide complementary
management of the program including practice, competitions, travel, purchasing and other duties as assigned.
The Defensive Lines Coach will adhere to institutional, conference, and all other required regulations and policies.
The Defensive Lines Coach assists all aspects of recruiting potential student athletes in order to maintain a team
that will compete. The Defensive Lines Coach maintains knowledge of all institutional and Conference rules and
regulations for recruiting. The Defensive Lines Coach assists in the overall management of the programs as
directed by the head coach (travel, practice, competition, etc.) but will have specific responsibilities in athletics
also as directed by the Head Coach.

Essential Job Functions:
 Maintains current sport-specific technical and coaching knowledge, develops existing members of the

Job Details

Description

Reporting to the Head Coach, The Defensive Lines Coach provides assistance to the Head Coach in order to run
a successful athletics program. The Defensive Lines Coach mentors student athletes to help them reach their full
potential on and off the field; helps build a program that the University, students, alumni, and community can be
proud of. This position will assist in the recruiting of potential student athletes and provide complementary
management of the program including practice, competitions, travel, purchasing and other duties as assigned.
The Defensive Lines Coach will adhere to institutional, conference, and all other required regulations and policies.
The Defensive Lines Coach assists all aspects of recruiting potential student athletes in order to maintain a team
that will compete. The Defensive Lines Coach maintains knowledge of all institutional and Conference rules and
regulations for recruiting. The Defensive Lines Coach assists in the overall management of the programs as
directed by the head coach (travel, practice, competition, etc.) but will have specific responsibilities in athletics
also as directed by the Head Coach.

Essential Job Functions:
 Maintains current sport-specific technical and coaching knowledge, develops existing members of the
program, assists in the organization of practice plans and competition, communicates and demonstrates
specific required skills.
 Adheres to all institutional, Conference and all other rules, regulations and policies.
 Responsible for the direction, supervision, and instruction of the offensive line position on the
fundamentals, details, and strategies.
 Counsel student athletes in personal development, academic and athletic performance.
 Acts as a liaison to help coordinate community service involvement.
 Assists Head coach in all academic matters pertaining to the team, including instructing/teaching student
athletes in the fundamentals of the sport.
 Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning with prior participation experience in collegiate athletics; Master’s degree preferred.
• 2-5 years coaching experience at the college level is preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated ability to coach, teach and mentor student athletes required.
• Must have valid driver’s license, maintain a clean driving record.
• Must be responsive, quick-thinking, and possess an innate ability to anticipate and respond to issues.
• Establish priorities, and work in an organized manner with emphasis on detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments and meet competing deadlines.

Other Competencies

Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the organization.  Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical.  Strong oral and written presentation skills.  Excellent organizational skills.  Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team.  Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Must have valid driver’s license with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.

Physical Demands
The work environment is an athletic and office setting which requires the ability to travel much of the time, work
long hours including evenings and weekends, be physically active, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and have the
ability to demonstrate specific skills.

Qualifications

Skills

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Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Athletic Training or related field.

Experience

Required

2-5 years:

2-5 years coaching experience at the college level

Licenses & Certifications

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