Assistant Football Coach/Defensive Backs

Job Post Information* : Posted Date 18 hours ago(2/21/2024 3:11 PM)

Position Number 330506

Campus St. Paul

Assistant Football Coach/Defensive Backs

Job Post Information* : Posted Date 18 hours ago(2/21/2024 3:11 PM)

Position Number 330506

Campus St. Paul

FLSA Status Exempt/Salaried

Employment Type Full-Time Staff

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Assistant Football Coach/Defensive Backs position within the Athletics Department.

The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility
• A generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the defensive backs coach assists with management of the football program. Emphasis will be placed on recruitment, mentoring student athletes, and assisting with practices to include planning and skill development. The Defensive Backs Coach assists the Head Football Coach in representation of the football program at intercollegiate athletics, alumni, University, booster club, and fundraising events as needed. This position requires you to work evenings and weekends and will require travel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.) Student-Athlete Skill Development, Technique and Mentorship

• Develop the safeties athletically and mentally so they can maximize their potential as players. In addition, be an active participant in their development off the field. This includes, but is not limited to academically, emotionally, and socially.

2.) Recruiting

• Evaluate, rank, and recruit local, regional, national, and international safeties. Evaluate and recruit all position players within your assigned recruiting areas. Establish and cultivate relationships with high school and junior college coaches in your recruiting areas. Participate in the planning and execution of unofficial and official recruiting visits.

3.) Practice, Game Planning and Game Strategy

• Assist the defensive coordinator in practice preparation with the organization of safety drills, player reps and player rotations. Evaluate the opponent’s offensive skill personnel and assist in creating a weekly game plan. Work with the cornerbacks coach to make sure the defensive secondary is coordinated in passing schemes and run fits with the linebackers and defensive line.

4.) Administrative

• Assist the Head Football Coach by attending intercollegiate athletics, alumni, university, booster club and fundraising events. Work with the Sports Information Director to participate in approved media requests.

5.) Other Duties as Assigned

• Assist and/or complete other duties that may be assigned by the VP and Director of Athletics, Football Sport Administrator or Head Football Coach.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Four years of coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level

Preferred Qualifications

• A working knowledge of NCAA compliance rules and regulations

An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted.

HOW TO APPLY

All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.

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