Assistant Football Coach - Defense

Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

1.    Defensive Coaching and Player Development (35%)

•    Assist in coaching, developing, and evaluating defensive student-athletes with emphasis on technique, fundamentals, effort, and accountability.
•    Teach and reinforce position-specific and unit-based defensive skills, assignments, alignments, and communication.
•    Support the creation and implementation of individualized development plans for student-athletes.
•    Promote discipline, leadership, and adherence to program standards.
•    Coordinate with sports performance and medical staff to support injury prevention, recovery, and performance optimization.

Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

1.    Defensive Coaching and Player Development (35%)

•    Assist in coaching, developing, and evaluating defensive student-athletes with emphasis on technique, fundamentals, effort, and accountability.
•    Teach and reinforce position-specific and unit-based defensive skills, assignments, alignments, and communication.
•    Support the creation and implementation of individualized development plans for student-athletes.
•    Promote discipline, leadership, and adherence to program standards.
•    Coordinate with sports performance and medical staff to support injury prevention, recovery, and performance optimization.

2.    Defensive Game Planning and Execution (25%)

•    Collaborate with the Defensive Coordinator and defensive staff in weekly opponent preparation.
•    Assist in developing defensive game plans, including fronts, coverages, pressures, and personnel groupings.
•    Prepare student-athletes for opponent tendencies, formations, and situational football.
•    Provide in-game feedback and assist with adjustments to ensure effective defensive execution.

3.    Film Study, Evaluation, and Analytics (20%)

•    Conduct detailed film breakdowns of practices and games for assigned defensive personnel or units.
•    Evaluate opponent offensive tendencies, personnel, and schemes.
•    Utilize analytics and performance metrics to support teaching, self-scouting, and strategic decisions.
•    Effectively use technology platforms (e.g., Hudl, PFF, Catapult) for teaching, evaluation, and scouting. 

4.    Practice Planning and Operational Support (15%)

•    Assist in designing and organizing defensive individual drills, group periods, and team periods.
•    Support practice scripting, tempo management, and efficient use of practice time.
•    Ensure effective communication and organization during practices and meetings.
•    Assist with preparation of scouting reports, call sheets, personnel packages, and situational installs.

5. Recruiting, Compliance, and Collaboration (5%)

•    Assist in the evaluation and recruitment of prospective student-athletes in assigned recruiting areas.
•    Build and maintain positive relationships with recruits, high school coaches, and families consistent with program values.
•    Ensure full compliance with NCAA, SEC, and University rules and regulations.
•    Collaborate with recruiting, operations, compliance, academic support, and administrative staff to support overall program objectives.
 

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Nights, Weekends, and Travel as required.  
 

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in related/ relevant area or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in a NCAA Division I football program.   
 

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary is commensurate with education and experience 

Grade: GGS-MKT

University Title: Assistant Coach

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Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year.  If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards.... 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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