Assistant Football Coach - Defensive Coordinator

Assists the head coach in planning, organizing, and evaluating all phases of a competitive intercollegiate football program. Understands the role of NCAA and Division III athletics in the educational process and recruits high-quality student-athletes who reflect and represent the values of Elmhurst University.

Position Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $52,000 - $57,000. This is the expected salary range for this position. The actual salary offered will depend on a candidate's experience and education, and departmental budget.

Responsibilities

• Aides the head coach in the organization and operation of an effective and competitive football program. Serves as the Defensive Coordinator
• Assists the head coach in the coordination of recruitment of student-athletes for the football program.
• Attends all NCAA permissible practices and athletic activities for the football program.
• Attends and participates in all team planning sessions with coaching staff.
• Aides in the planning, organizing, and executing of all in-season practice sessions for football.
• Conducts on-field defensive coordinator coaching during intercollegiate contests as set by the head coach.
• In charge of academic monitoring of student athletes, and reports to head coach on academic progress.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of Elmhurst University, NCAA, CCIW and rules and regulations.
• Adheres to NCAA Compliance Regulations.
• Endorses and supports other sports within the Athletic Department and fulfill other secondary duties as outlined by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics.
• Endorses and supports other areas within Student Affairs and on campus including attendance at all meetings and service on committees when appointed.
• Performs all summer duties (recruitment, summer camps, and clinics) and special projects as assigned by the head coach.

Other Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement.
• Supports the University’s mission, vision, and values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Previous defensive college coaching experience.
• Familiarity with Division III athletics.
• Recruiting experience at the collegiate level.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

The essential functions of this position are primarily performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor facilities, with regular exposure to varying weather conditions, including extended periods of extreme heat and cold. Work requires frequent districtwide, statewide, and out-of-state travel for recruiting or attending athletic competitions. Required abilities include walking, navigating uneven or slippery surfaces, bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods; may require lifting and transporting equipment in excess of 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally; and using fine motor skills to operate and maneuver a range of athletic or training equipment. Qualified applicants who can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations will be considered.

Benefits

An overview of Elmhurst University benefits is available here.

Instructions to Applicants

Please submit cover letter, resume, and three references with contact information with online application. The references should include name, phone number and email. This information may be included in applicant’s cover letter or uploaded under optional “other” document.

This position is designated by Elmhurst University as being safety sensitive. Per University policy, employment in this position is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment drug test with satisfactory results. Testing is performed at the University’s expense in an approved facility within one week of acceptance of a written offer of employment. Candidates may communicate with the testing facility and with Human Resources to explain any positive test results. For additional information regarding this policy, candidates may email Human Resources at hr@elmhurst.edu for assistance.

Special Notation

Staff members must possess a commitment and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of Elmhurst University, the CCIW and the NCAA. Staff members must cooperate with and furnish the NCAA, the CCIW and/or Elmhurst University with truthful and complete information concerning involvement in or knowledge of rules violations. Any person who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective actions as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repeated violations.