What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach, Football (Special Team/Defense) position at Roosevelt University?
Position Information Position Title Assistant Coach, Football (Special Team / Defense) Category Administrative Position Number Posting Number S0001247 Location Chicago Open Date 01 / 17 / 2025 Close Date Open Until Filled? Yes Job Type Full-Time Working Hours Position Summary The Assistant Coach, Football will aid the head coach in providing leadership and organization for all phases of the operation of the program at Roosevelt in compliance with all national association and athletic conference rules and regulations. Responsibilities of the Assistant Coach include, but are not limited to, practice planning and assessment with a focus on special teams and defense, supervision of practices and competitions, individual student-athlete instruction and evaluation, academic mentorship, recruitment of prospective student-athletes, and assistance with team travel. This is a full-time, exempt position that reports to the Head Football Coach. Please note that the locations for this position are on site at Chicago / Arlington Heights.
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The salary range for this position is $48,000-$51,500.
Title IX Contact Information : Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or TitleIX@roosevelt.edu.
Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email hrquestions@roosevelt.edu. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Prior experience in assigned program as a coach, participant or related role
- Excellent organizational, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal skills and attention to detail
- Ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to service excellence by embodying Roosevelt’s core values, mission, and vision in every aspect of the role working with students, faculty, staff, and visitors
- A positive and professional demeanor is a must
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Years of Experience Required 1-3 Required Education Bachelor's Degree Certification / Licensure Required Minimum Qualifications Please see Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required section for minimum qualifications. Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Operated Basic office equipment (desktop computer, copier / multi-function device, fax and telephone). Working Conditions The assistant coach will work in multiple environments, indoors and outdoors, including areas for team practice, competition and recruiting, in addition to an office setting. The schedule will include nights and weekends and travel with team for competitions, as well as for prospective student recruitment and other duties as assigned. Priority Application Instructions Departmental Contact Information Essential Job Functions Duty and Responsibility Competition and Practice Management Aid the head coach in facilitating team practices and competitions providing real-time feedback to student-athletes to instruct and motivate to improve their skill-set. Ensure student-athlete safety and welfare during practices and competitions. Occasionally assist with scheduling, event management and team travel to competitions.
Salary : $48,000 - $51,500
