Assistant Football Coach – Defensive Coordinator

Aides the head coach in planning, organizing, and evaluating all phases of a competitive intercollegiate football program. Understand the role of NCAA and Division III athletics in the educational process and aide in the recruitment of student-athletes, which will reflect and represent the quality of Elmhurst University.

Responsibilities:

• Assists the head coach in the coordination of recruitment of student-athletes.
• 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 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.

Qualifications:

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