Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the Assistant Football Coach is responsible for all administrative and organizational aspects of the defensive line positions. The Assistant Coach will directly supervise all student-athletes playing in the assigned position while operating within the guidelines of an NCAA Division I non-scholarship 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 coach is also responsible for the recruitment of qualified student-athletes, adhering to NCAA, Conference, and University regulations with regards to recruiting, admission standards, and eligibility; monitoring student-athlete academic progress; and assisting in the establishment of effective media relations. The coach will play a role, assigned by the head coach, as a representative of the University to the outside community when appropriate.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Employment duties include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for all administrative and organizational aspects of the defensive line position under the supervision of the Head Football Coach
• Oversee and direct all aspects of coaching during practice and games for the assigned position(s)
• Directly supervise assigned positional student-athletes in a coordinated and planned program of practices and competition, with a concern for the players’ health and welfare, physical and psychological preparation
• Operate within the guidelines of an NCAA Division I non-scholarship football program and within the mission of the University and its philosophy of intercollegiate athletics
• Guide and actively encourage student-athletes to succeed academically, acquire a degree, and represent the University with the highest integrity
• Assist in the development and administration of all assigned position game plans and the materials necessary to execute them
• Execute all coaching assignments including filming, film breakdown, video editing, and all on-field and administrative responsibilities
• Responsible for recruiting academically- and athletically-qualified student-athletes to meet the University’s admission standards and enrollment goals
• Maintain current knowledge of and adhere to all University, NCAA, and Conference Rules and Regulations, Policies, and Procedures, paying special attention to recruiting, eligibility, admission standards, and financial aid
• In cooperation with the Associate AD for Compliance and Associate AD for Academics, uphold all University academic policies and assist, when appropriate, in counseling student-athletes relative to academic success, progress, and eligibility
• Assist in supervision of all support staff
• Enforce University and athletic department policies and regulations in regards to the use/abuse of alcohol and drugs by team members
• Foster and maintain positive student body and faculty relations with student-athletes
• Play a role, as assigned by the head coach, in fundraising activities and serve as a representative of the University to the outside community when appropriate
• Assist in establishing and maintaining positive relations with the media  
• Perform other site and position specific duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication
• Computer skills are a must
• Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations; and a commitment to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of the NCAA and ASUN Conference as required
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, admissions and financial aid officers, fellow employees, program boosters, and the public
• A working knowledge of video and recruiting software, as well as other computer software (Word, Excel, etc.) and social media
• Support the University’s Mission and Values in their role

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree 
• A commitment to the academic goals of Stetson University
• Desire to join a distinct university community committed to inclusive excellence, kindness, and collaboration, as it seeks to move Forward Together in making our community and world a better place

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record as determined by the University’s auto insurance carrier.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications: The ideal candidate’s qualifications include:

• Master’s Degree and previous college coaching and recruiting experience are preferred
• Ability to lead with integrity and positively influence the lives and athletic careers of the student-athletes on the Football Team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Superb organization skills to effectively manage and lead a Football program

Work Environment: Duties require: both indoor and outdoor work; direct exposure to prevailing weather, extreme heat, humidity, and extreme cold; physical ability to endure physically strenuous work-outs and physical exercise on a daily basis, including standing and/or walking for long periods, bending, stooping, lifting; manual dexterity; lifting of up to fifty pounds; ability to work hours outside the normal University schedule; physical ability to travel; perceptual demands for sound, form, depth. 

Salary Grade:  3