Assistant Football Coach (Defensive Coordinator)

Quincy University

Full-TimeFootball Coach

Position Overview: The Assistant Football Coach – Defensive Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Head Coach with coaching duties and overseeing the overall operation of the football program. This role includes the installation and implementation of the offensive scheme and assisting with decisions regarding offensive personnel, including recruiting, current roster management, and staff development.

Essential Responsibilities:

Serve as a representative of Quincy University, demonstrating professionalism, courtesy, tact, consideration, and discretion in all interactions within the QU community and with the public..

Assist the Head Coach in the training and coaching of assigned student-athletes to enhance performance and development.

Assist with the scouting and recruitment of qualified student-athletes to build a competitive team.

Promote and support the football program through community engagement and media relations.

Coordinate and monitor the academic retention program for football student-athletes to ensure academic success and eligibility.

Assist with scheduling opponents to develop a competitive season schedule.

Comply with all policies, regulations, and rules of the NCAA, the conference, and Quincy University, including adherence to the Quincy University Code of Ethics for Coaches.

Assist in monitoring and enforcing student-athletes’ adherence to the Quincy University Code of Ethics for Student-Athletes.

Work closely with the Athletic Training staff to ensure the proper completion and submission of training room paperwork.

Assist in developing and overseeing the strength and conditioning program to enhance the physical development of student-athletes.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

Previous coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level.

Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.

Salary: $48,000 – $50,000 per year, depending on experience.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); life insurance; long-term and short-term disability coverage; paid vacation, sick days, and holidays; parental leave; a 403(b) retirement plan; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents.

Application Process: To apply, please submit a letter of application, resume, and three professional references to:

Jason Killday, Head Football Coach

c/o Office of Human Resources

Quincy University

1800 College Ave.

Quincy, IL 62301