Defensive Coordinator - Hobart Football

Description

The successful candidate will assist the Hobart football head coach in the organization and management of a competitive NCAA Division III football program. The position responsibilities will include executing the duties of defensive coordinator; teaching, guiding and coaching student-athletes for successful competition; supporting student-athletes' academic success; recruiting prospective students; scouting opponents; fundraising; developing alumni and parent relations; administrative tasks; and other duties as assigned.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Teaching and Coaching:
  • design, implement, and manage the defensive game plan for the team
  • collaborate closely with the head coach and other coaching staff to develop strategies that maximize the team's defensive performance
  • operate digital platforms to develop training, practice and game plans
  • maintain an exemplary standard of conduct, which reflects the highest level of professionalism and good judgment
  • be knowledgeable of and compliant with all institutional, department, NCAA and conference policies, rules and regulations
• Counseling and Advisement of Student-Athletes:
  • develop and maintain effective communication with student-athletes
  • reinforce academic success as a priority
  • encourage student-athletes to foster a positive relationship with faculty, deans and staff
• Recruiting:
  • effectively recruit prospective student-athletes under the direction of the head coach and consistent with the Colleges' mission
  • maintain the sport-specific recruiting electronic database
  • recruit student-athletes who coincide with the academic profile of HWS students
  • maintain open communication with other Hobart coaches regarding shared prospects
• Professional Development:
  • maintain active membership in professional sport organizations
  • pursue formal and informal educational opportunities
  • participate in athletic department programming for coaches
• Community Engagement/Fundraising
  • promote the sport and Hobart Athletics in area communities
  • maintain a positive relationship with interested constituents (e.g. youth groups, civic organizations, media)
  • assist in the planning and management of fundraising activities
  • develop a positive relationship with Hobart alumni and parents
• Operational Team Responsibilities
  • serve on Athletics Department operational teams (e.g., game day manager)
  • assist with special events (e.g. Block H Banquet, Hall of Fame)
  • assist with department initiatives
  • Perform the requirements as a Campus Security Authority pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (20 U.S.C. 1092 (f) (Clery Act).

Other Information:

This is a full-time, 10-month, benefits-eligible position. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned. Evening and weekend work are required. Salary range is $58,000 - $60,000.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred. A minimum of four years football playing and/or coaching experience at the college-level required. Candidates must demonstrate strong potential to teach, lead and counsel college student-athletes and have enthusiasm for the recruiting duties of the position. The candidate must be a person of integrity, high ethical standards, have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy and mission of HWS Athletics. Competence with technology resources and a current U.S. driver's license are vital to fulfilling the responsibilities of this position. The candidate must be willing to work nights and weekends.