Assistant FB Coach

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Institution

Northern State University

Working Title

Assistant FB Coach

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Institution

Northern State University

Working Title

Assistant FB Coach

Posting Number

NFE02998P

Department

NSU-Athletics

Physical Location of Position (City)

Aberdeen

Posting Text

 Northern State University is accepting applications for the Football Defensive Line coaching position. The Defensive Line coach is a vital position within the college football program. This individual will be responsible for coaching the defensive line and ensuring that the team performs at its best during games. 

The Defensive Line coach will be evaluated based on the competitiveness of the program, the dedication to the mission, vision, and values of the program, overall student-athlete development in sport, school, and life, and for establishing a subculture in which the coach is viewed by the studentathletes as a mentor, educator, and role model. 

Overall, the Defensive Line coach is an integral part of the coaching staff and will contribute significantly to the success of the football program. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, strategic thinking abilities, a deep knowledge of defensive football strategies, analytics, decision-making, a commitment to compliance with all NCAA, NSIC and University rules and regulations as well as dedication to academic development of student-athletes. Other additional duties may be assigned the Head Coach. 

Posting Date

03/11/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

First Consideration Date

03/23/2026

Advertised Salary

Depends on Experience

Duration of the Term

12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent

100%

Work Hours

Varies

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

40

Appointment Type

Regular

Faculty Status

No

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires

Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Will report directly to the Head Football Coach at Northern State University.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view.  Northern seeks faculty and staff who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all. 

 Must be authorized to work in the U.S.  Sponsorship is not available for this position.  

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Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

| Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. | Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication |

Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

| Please designate the physical requirements of this position | Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Squatting, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) | | Describe any of the conditions selected | |

Sensory Requirements

| Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. | Color Vision, Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses) |

Working Conditions & Exposures

| Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. | Changes of Temperature, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat >100F, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc) | | Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above | |

Working Environment

| Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. | Athletic/Wellness Facilities | | If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided. | |

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Reference List

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