Defensive Coordinator/Assistant Football Coach

Posting Details

Employment Opportunity

Job Title

Defensive Coordinator/Assistant Football Coach

Department

Athletics Office

Position Summary

Gettysburg College, in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced professional for a full-time position as Defensive Coordinator/Assistant Football Position Coach. Gettysburg is an undergraduate liberal arts and sciences college, which enrolls approximately 2,200 primarily residential students. The College is seeking a dynamic and innovative individual who has a strong administrative, collaborative and student-focused background to serve in this position.

This is a full-time, 12-month administrative position reporting to the Head Football Coach. Responsibilities include the leadership, organization, administration and supervision of all aspects of the Defensive strategy and planning of the football program, included, but not limited to:

Posting Details

Employment Opportunity

Job Title

Defensive Coordinator/Assistant Football Coach

Department

Athletics Office

Position Summary

Gettysburg College, in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced professional for a full-time position as Defensive Coordinator/Assistant Football Position Coach. Gettysburg is an undergraduate liberal arts and sciences college, which enrolls approximately 2,200 primarily residential students. The College is seeking a dynamic and innovative individual who has a strong administrative, collaborative and student-focused background to serve in this position.

This is a full-time, 12-month administrative position reporting to the Head Football Coach. Responsibilities include the leadership, organization, administration and supervision of all aspects of the Defensive strategy and planning of the football program, included, but not limited to:

• Recruit and retain highly qualified student-athletes with a commitment to academic success
• Implement a comprehensive strategy for scheduling and organizing practices, duties may include planning travel, accommodations and meals, to ensure proper preparation for student-athletes
• Demonstrate a high level of involvement in the personal, academic development and health and welfare of student-athletes
• Support the College Advancement Division with fundraising efforts and alumni activities
• Work cooperatively with department offices, including athletic communications, athletic training and equipment room staffs in regard to public relations efforts, practice coordination, health and safety of student-athletes and team uniform/equipment needs
• Assist the head football coach with hiring and supervising assistant coaches, including full and part-time positions
• Additional responsibilities may include other administrative duties as assigned by the Director Athletics

Qualifications

The successful candidate will:

• Have earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree is preferred
• Four to six years of successful collegiate coaching experience
• Ability to work effectively in the environment of an academic demanding liberal arts institution and abide by all NCAA Division III, Centennial Conference and institutional policies
• Proficient with technology applications applicable to the position
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record in accordance with all institutional policies
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification is required

Salary is commensurate with experience and complemented by an excellent benefits package.

Special Instructions Summary

Please submit your cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references.

For full consideration, please submit application materials by Monday, January 5, 2026. Review of application materials will continue until the position is filled.

Posting Number

20101008A

EEO Statement

Gettysburg College, an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities. 

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1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • CareerLink
   • Craigslist
   • CASE (Council for Advancement & Support of Education)
   • Consortium for Faculty Diversity
   • Diverseeducation.com
   • Frederick News Post – Local Newspaper
   • Gettysburg College Digest
   • Gettysburg College Website
   • Gettysburg Times – Local Newspaper
   • Hanover Evening Sun – Local Newspaper
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Hispanicoutlook.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Indeed.com
   • LGBT in Higher Ed Website
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   • Merchandiser – Local Newspaper
   • Monster Jobs (monster.com)
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