Assistant Football Coach - Outside Linebackers

Classification Information

Classification Type: EHRA

Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the Assistant Coach - Outside Linebackers is responsible for all administrative and organizational aspects of the defense, specifically the Safeties, Nickels, and Field.

The Assistant Football Coach will support the Head Football Coach in the duties of successfully operating NCAAT's defensive football program, including but not limited to coordination of defensive schemes/personnel/staff, recruiting student-athletes, planning practice sessions/game preparation/game-day coaching, monitoring the student-athletes academically and managing game day responsibilities.

The Assistant Coach must operate within the guidelines of an NCAA Division I football program and within the mission of the University and its philosophy of intercollegiate athletics. The Assistant Coach will guide and actively encourage student-athletes to succeed academically, acquire a degree and represent the University with the highest integrity.

The Assistant Coach is also responsible for supporting and executing the development and administration of offensive game plans and the materials necessary to execute them, the recruitment of student-athletes, adhering to NCAA, Colonial Athletic Association (CAA), and University regulations with regard to recruiting, admission standards and eligibility, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, and assisting in the establishment of effective media relations.

The Assistant Coach, as assigned by the Head Football Coach, will assist in fundraising activities and serve as a representative of the University to the outside community when appropriate.

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is a preeminent land‑grant institution where high‑achieving scholars are engaged in transformative teaching and learning, civic outreach, interdisciplinary research and innovative solutions to global challenges. Consistent with the mission statement of the University, the department of athletics provides a comprehensive program of intercollegiate competition as an integral part of the total educational experience for all students.

Embracing the principles of competitive excellence, sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and amateurism while facilitating the academic objectives of the student‑athletes, the department complies with all conference and association rules and regulations, and ensures equal opportunity and access for all students and staff who desire to associate with intercollegiate athletics without regard for race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, or religion.

Bachelor's degree required with a minimum of 3‑5 years of collegiate coaching and recruiting experience required. Experience playing or coaching at the high school or collegiate level is acceptably alternative. Working knowledge of Division 1, NCAA, CAA, and University rules and regulations.

Master's Degree or higher. Experience coaching at the DI level. Experience as an offensive coordinator. Experience in defensive game plan development specifically working with outside linebacker positions. Extensive knowledge of offensive football and the ability to articulate & teach the game to players. Successful on and off campus recruiting experience. Demonstrated expertise in coaching football, specifically coaching offensive positions; minimum of 5 years coaching experience at the collegiate level.

Ability to work in concert with Head Coach and other Assistant Coaches to lead and motivate student‑athletes. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. A working knowledge of NCAA & CAA rules and regulations.

On‑site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on‑site)

Working Title:

Assistant Football Coach - Outside Linebackers

Position Number: 006913

Recruitment Salary Range:
Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA:
Exempt

Appointment Type:
Permanent - Full‑time

Tenure Track:
No

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