Defensive Coordinator (Full-Time)

Reading, PA Campus, 1621 N 13th St, Reading, Pennsylvania, United States of America Req #876

Monday, March 18, 2024

Albright College is seeking applications for Defensive Coordinator. This full-time Assistant Football Coach will serve as the Defensive Coordinator, Recruiting Coordinator, Liaison to Head Athletic Trainer, Liaison the Strength and Conditioning Coach and Positional Coach as assigned. The coach will also assist the Head Football Coach with day to day operations of the program; on field coaching responsibilities; off campus and on campus recruiting; use of Front Rush; film breakdown and scouting report preparation; skill development of players; academic development of players through use of the academic game plan & Lion’s Edge; assist with football camp operations, football golf outing, football fundraising, and other duties as assigned by head coach. Defensive Coordinator must demonstrate a commitment to enhancing equity and inclusion within the team and across a culturally diverse campus while celebrating people of all statuses and identities. This commitment must shine through all job functions including but not limited to, campus wide projects and teamwork, explanation of financial reports, and daily interactions with colleagues and students.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Assist head coach with day to day football operations and on-field coaching.
2. Coordinate all aspects of the defense
3. Recruiting Coordinator
4. Liaison to Head Athletic Trainer
5. Liaison to Head Strength & Conditioning Coach
6. Coach assigned positional players on and off the field.
7. Recruit prospective student athletes on & off campus. Evaluate & qualify all recruits in assigned areas.

Defensive Coordinator (Full-Time)

Reading, PA Campus, 1621 N 13th St, Reading, Pennsylvania, United States of America Req #876

Monday, March 18, 2024

Albright College is seeking applications for Defensive Coordinator. This full-time Assistant Football Coach will serve as the Defensive Coordinator, Recruiting Coordinator, Liaison to Head Athletic Trainer, Liaison the Strength and Conditioning Coach and Positional Coach as assigned. The coach will also assist the Head Football Coach with day to day operations of the program; on field coaching responsibilities; off campus and on campus recruiting; use of Front Rush; film breakdown and scouting report preparation; skill development of players; academic development of players through use of the academic game plan & Lion’s Edge; assist with football camp operations, football golf outing, football fundraising, and other duties as assigned by head coach. Defensive Coordinator must demonstrate a commitment to enhancing equity and inclusion within the team and across a culturally diverse campus while celebrating people of all statuses and identities. This commitment must shine through all job functions including but not limited to, campus wide projects and teamwork, explanation of financial reports, and daily interactions with colleagues and students.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Assist head coach with day to day football operations and on-field coaching.
2. Coordinate all aspects of the defense
3. Recruiting Coordinator
4. Liaison to Head Athletic Trainer
5. Liaison to Head Strength & Conditioning Coach
6. Coach assigned positional players on and off the field.
7. Recruit prospective student athletes on & off campus. Evaluate & qualify all recruits in assigned areas.
8. Organize recruiting communications and campus visits.
9. Set up and monitor student athlete academic sessions.
10. Upload game film, breakdown game film and prepare scouting reports (both video and text).
11. Assist with program fundraising.
12. Assist with planning and implementation of summer football camps & golf outing.
13. Assist with team social media pages.
14. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Prerequisites:

1. COMMUNICATION:

   1. Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
   2. Knowledge of social media platforms and ability to maintain team pages.

2. SKILLS:

   1. Playing and/or coaching football necessary.

3. EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE:

   1. Coaching experience at high school or college level.
   2. Demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive and equitable Albright community, as described in Albright College’s Inclusivity and Equity Statement.

4. EDUCATION:

   1. College degree or equivalent required.

5. LICENSES:

   1. Drivers license required.

Review of applications for this position will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should complete an application by clicking “Apply Now”. Cover letter, a minimum of two professional references and any other supporting application materials can be uploaded in one document along with the resume. Optional documents may be submitted can include: proof of education/certification, licenses, and letters of recommendation. Albright offers a competitive benefits package, which includes tuition remission. Albright offers a competitive benefits package, which includes tuition remission.

About Albright College
Founded in 1856, Albright College is the oldest institution of higher learning in Berks County and one of the most economically and culturally diverse colleges in the country. Nationally ranked as a top performer for social mobility, Albright is home to about 1,600 residential undergraduate students from across the nation and around the globe, working together to cultivate integrity, curiosity, connection and resilience. Albright students are encouraged to cross or combine majors to create individualized academic programs, without taking longer to graduate. The college’s flexible curriculum, close faculty mentorship and numerous experiential learning options are all designed to help students exceed their own expectations.

At Albright, we believe our differences make us stronger and empower us to better understand and respect one another in a just and fair manner. With this in mind, the college recruits, houses, educates, employs, supports and generally celebrates people of all statuses, identities and backUgrounds, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religious or spiritual identity, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, marital and parental status, veteran status, political affiliation and physical and mental ability. Albright College is an EEO employer, committed to inclusivity. In alignment with this commitment, we actively encourage diversity in all dimensions among applicants for this position. Read the college’s Inclusivity and Equity Statement online and learn more our demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive and equitable academic community.

About Reading, Pa.

Ranked a “Best Place to Live” and “Best Place to Retire” by U.S. News & World Report, Reading is a medium-sized city in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Albright College’s 118 acre campus is located in the city’s historic northeast College Heights neighborhood. Catch a concert in Reading’s 9,000 seat Santander Arena or get up close and personal in the historical Santander Performing Arts Center (built in the 1870s — only 20 years after Albright was born!) Start a new art project with materials like hot glass, paint, wood and more at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, enjoy seasonal festivals or take a walk through West Reading’s artisan shops, restaurants and boutiques. See Pennsylvania’s spectacular autumn display from the top of Reading’s Pagoda, a kayak on Blue Marsh Lake, or from a scenic steam train ride. Or leave civilization behind with more than 125 miles of certified bikingand hiking trails. The city of Reading is also home to the Philadelphia Flyer’s ECHL ice hockey team and the Philadelphia Phillies’ AA baseball team.

Other details

• Job Family Full-Time Coaches
• Pay Type Salary

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