Defensive Coordinator - Hobart Football

The successful candidate will assist the Hobart football head coach in the organization and management of a competitive NCAA Division III football program. The position responsibilities will include executing the duties of defensive coordinator; teaching, guiding and coaching student-athletes for successful competition; supporting student-athletes' academic success; recruiting prospective students; scouting opponents; fundraising; developing alumni and parent relations; administrative tasks; and other duties as assigned.

Essential Responsibilities:

* Teaching and

Coaching:

o design, implement, and manage the defensive game plan for the team

o collaborate closely with the head coach and other coaching staff to develop strategies that maximize the team's defensive performance

o operate digital platforms to develop training, practice and game plans

o maintain an exemplary standard of conduct, which reflects the highest level of professionalism and good judgment

o be knowledgeable of and compliant with all institutional, department, NCAA and conference policies, rules and regulations

* Counseling and Advisement of Student-Athletes:

o develop and maintain effective communication with student-athletes

o reinforce academic success as a priority

o encourage student-athletes to foster a positive relationship with faculty, deans and staff

* Recruiting:

o effectively recruit prospective student-athletes under the direction of the head coach and consistent with the Colleges' mission

o maintain the sport-specific recruiting electronic database

o recruit student-athletes who coincide with the academic profile of HWS students

o maintain open communication with other Hobart coaches regarding shared prospects

* Professional Development:

o maintain active membership in professional sport organizations

o pursue formal and informal educational opportunities

o participate in athletic department programming for coaches

* Community Engagement/Fundraising

o promote the sport and Hobart Athletics in area communities

o maintain a positive relationship with interested constituents (e.g. youth groups, civic organizations, media)

o assist in the planning and management of fundraising activities

o develop a positive relationship with Hobart alumni and parents

* Operational Team Responsibilities

o serve on Athletics Department operational teams (e.g., game day manager)

o assist with special events (e.g. Block H Banquet, Hall of Fame)

o assist with department initiatives

Perform the requirements as a Campus Security Authority pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (20 U.S.C. §1092 (f) (Clery Act).

Other Information:

This is a full-time, 10-month, benefits-eligible position. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned. Evening and weekend work are required. Salary range is $58,000 - $60,000.