Job Description

Job Description:

• Plans and organizes the details of the team including skill teaching and development, practice organization, coaching, and player selection. 

• Evaluate individual performance and provides leadership and instruction in areas of deficiency as required.

• Implements team discipline, decision-making, and independent judgment.

• Directs the work of student workers and volunteer assistant coaches. 

• Comply with institutional, Midwest Conference, University Athletic Association, and NCAA rules and regulations.

• Serves on professional departmental committees.

• Ensures student-athletes and athletic representatives are informed of and comply with NCAA and University rules and regulations.

• Represent the University of Chicago in professional, alumni, and civic functions.

• Performs recruitment of student-athletes.

• Develops and implements new instructional, training, and conditioning programs. Teaches relevant skills to student-athletes during team practices, games, and individual/small group training sessions.

• Counsels and advises student-athletes on their academic, personal, and physical condition, consulting with the head coach and appropriate University staff as necessary. Participates in the development and implementation of an overall recruiting plan.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree.

• Master's degree.

Experience:

• Significant and relevant playing or teaching/coaching experience in football at the professional, collegiate, or high school level.

Certifications:

• Valid Driverâ™s License.

Preferred Competencies

• Familiarity with NCAA rules and Division III philosophy.

• Excellent verbal and written communication.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments concurrently.  

• Proficient in computer skills; Microsoft Office and other software.

Working Conditions

• This role will perform many tasks outdoors.

• Travel to various on and off-campus locations

• Carry or lift loads and push/pull objects of up to 25 lbs.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)

• Cover Letter (required)

• Three References Contact Information (preferred)

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form.

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