Defensive Assistant Coach

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Under the supervision of the Head Football Coach, the incumbent will serve as Offensive Assistant Coach. The incumbent will perform duties included, but not limited to, recruiting student athletes, planning practice, game strategic planning for the entire offensive unit, academic progress of student athletes, compliance coordinator, necessary public relations work and fundraising (when applicable). The position reports to the Head Football Coach, with up‑line reporting to the Athletic Director, Senior Women Administrator and the President.

Interacts with other members of the athletic department staff, administrative assistant/office manager, student‑athletes, athletic trainers, sports information staff and other Faculty/Staff members as well as the general public.

• Maintain knowledge and rules of the NCAA in all aspects it relates to this position.
• Provide academic/personal counseling to position players and team units; compile and review academic progress of student‑athletes and visit with players as needed; assist in study hall or academic counseling sessions.
• Review game tapes and grade them; maintain an updated video library of all opponents and instructional tapes for defensive staff.
• Supervise game day set up of equipment; organize game day locker room.
• Recruit student‑athletes and complete necessary compliance paperwork with regards to recruiting.
• Assist with practice planning with other members of the coaching staff.
• Advise coaching strategies for special teams.
• Serve as football program liaison with Financial Aid, Athletic Compliance departments, assisting with answering questions or providing data upon request.
• Perform public relations work.
• Perform fundraising activities (when needed).
• Meet recruits at the airport, drive to campus and back to the airport.
• Other job duties as assigned by the Head Coach and or Athletic Director.

In accordance with the principles of NCAA rules compliance, it is understood that any employee who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment.

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent coaching experience. Master’s degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance issues concerning the administration of Intercollegiate Athletics are required.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit student‑athletes with potential for academic and athletic success.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills as well as the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the general public.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred.
• Equivalency of education, experience and training may be considered.

Visible program under constant scrutiny of students, faculty, staff, community, media, and alumni. Considerable travel and frequent night and weekend hours involved. The incumbent spends the period of August to November and one month in the spring coaching the sport of football. The balance of the year is spent recruiting, utilizing independent judgment and a great deal of analysis in recruiting prospects and offering them the opportunity to join the JCSU Football program.

To apply, please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three supervisory references including the most recent supervisor.

Finalists for this position are subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.