Assistant Football Coach; Defensive Coordinator

Assistant Football Coach (Defensive Coordinator)

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The Assistant Football Coach – Defensive Coordinator provides leadership and oversight for the defensive unit, including developing and implementing defensive schemes, coordinating game plans, leading defensive staff and position coaches, and making in-game adjustments to ensure competitive success. This position mentors student-athletes, supports their academic and personal development, and manages defensive recruiting strategy and evaluation. The Defensive Coordinator works closely with the Head Coach and program staff to support compliance, administration, and the overall mission and values of Campbell Football.

This is a full‑time, 12‑month position.

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the entire defensive unit, including scheme development, game planning, practice installation, and in‑game adjustments.
• Serve as the primary architect of the defensive philosophy and identity, ensuring alignment with the head coach’s vision while managing all position coaches on the defensive side.
• Analyze opponent offensive tendencies and develop weekly defensive game plans that directly influence competitive outcomes.
• Coordinate all defensive staff, lead unit meetings, organize practice schedules, and ensure proper teaching progression, communication, and execution across all position groups.
• Handle critical in‑game decision‑making, including personnel packages, situational play‑calling, and real‑time adjustments.
• Oversee defensive recruiting priorities, identifying needs by position, evaluating talent, and coordinating defensive recruiting efforts to maintain and elevate roster quality.
• Act as a key member of the program’s leadership team, contributing to program‑wide strategy, culture, and student‑athlete development.
• Provide on‑field coaching and instruction to student-athletes.
• Adhere to all university, CAA, and NCAA regulations.
• Help monitor the academic progress of student-athletes.
• Communicate and work closely with other departments on campus such as academic advising, residence life, admissions, sports information, campus recreation, compliance, athletic training, and strength and conditioning.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Other job‑related duties, activities, and responsibilities may change or be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
• Exemplify the goals, values, and objectives of the program in the performance of all duties.
• Uphold and abide by Campbell University policies and procedures, including Title IX, Information Security, FERPA, and other state and federal guidelines.

• Bachelor’s Degree required;
  Master’s Degree desired.
• At least 2 years of college defensive coaching experience with proven recruiting at the NCAA Division I level desired.
• Experience competing as an NCAA Division I Football athlete desired.

• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with student athletes and others, both orally and in writing.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills are required.
• Ability to teach the game of football at a high level within a university setting.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Applications, standard digital communication methods, and common social media platforms.
• Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy, and discretion in dealing with student athletes, parents, administrative staff, opposing coaches and players, game officials, and the public.
• Work independently as well as function effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people.
• Exercise independent judgment in complex and new situations.
• Manage multiple, concurrent projects and meet strict deadlines.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a changing environment.
• Ability to work regular evening or weekend hours; and travel, including overnight stays.
• This position demands accuracy, honesty, integrity, and the ability to work within the Christian mission of Campbell University.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Education and Training

Higher Education