Defensive Line Coach/Assistant Recruiting Coordinator

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Athletics and Recreation is seeking a Defensive Line Coach/Assistant Recruiting Coordinator. The Defensive Line Coach is responsible for the organization, management, and coaching of the university football team in conjunction with other departmental responsibilities.

This is a full time position and is benefit and paid leave eligible. Salary of $32,500.

Graduating Champions

• Create a culture where people come first and we are generous with our time, energy, talent, and resources to care for one another.
• Create a safe space where real conversations can take place in all aspects of life
• Equip and empower through intentional leadership development of all students and staff
• Build bridges by establishing trust through communication, empathy, and follow-through with all that cross its path

Fundraising and Revenue Generation

• Actively support and enhance alumni relationships
• Actively support the Pioneering Forward Annual Fund
• Actively enhance sports specific fundraising efforts in partnership with the Foundation and Athletic Administration
• Maintain roster goal expectations

Athletic Excellence

• Annually be ranked amongst the NCAA DIII Top 25
• Annually finish in the top half of the conference standings and qualify for post season competition.
• Maintain exemplary FAR oversight, a record of no violations of eligibility or other governance association rules, effective academic support programming, and a program that reflects gender equity and diversity as determined by bi-annual review.

Recruiting

• Create and implement a recruitment strategy to attract top level, Division Ill prospects including setting up campus visits, assisting student-athletes with the application process, and implementation of campus resources. Work in partnership with the offices of recruitment, admissions, and residence life.

Administration

• Lead the team to prepare and conduct of all team-related activities including skill instruction, sport strategy/game planning and coordination of schedule, competitive opportunities.
• Support administrative functions of the program such as budget, scheduling, travel arrangements in partnership with the administrative team
• Support the development and retention of full time, part time and volunteer staff
• Actively participate in Division wide meetings and Head Coaches meetings
• Assist with departmental needs and additional duties as requested by the Director of Athletics and Recreation

Compliance

• As a staff member within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, you are responsible for knowledge of and compliance with National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) and Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletics Association (WIAC) regulations, both those general in nature and those which apply directly to the program.
• Strict adherence to all applicable governing policies, procedures, and regulations of the NCAA is required and is a condition of your employment
• Development, safety and conduct of the team.
• Work in partnership with the Associate AD for Compliance to ensure complete eligibility and progress toward degree requirements
• Maintain accurate roster management via the Front Rush software system
• Complete all mandatory trainings in a timely manner

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum one (1) year football coaching experience on the collegiate level
• Demonstrated successful recruiting experience
• Ability to represent the University and all sport programs.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of computer applications for recruiting and video exchange and breakdown
• Great organizational skills
• Event planning and camp experience
• Fund raising experience
• Ability to work weekends & evenings and also to travel

Why It's Great to be a Pioneer:

Let's go Pioneers!

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers 47 baccalaureate and 10 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.

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Application Deadline:

Applications must be submitted through our online applicant portal, priority review of applications will begin February 14, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

How to Apply:

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications
• A current resume
• Additional documents as needed

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Our mission is to foster a diverse environment that contributes to an inclusive culture and climate by promoting critical discourse and meaningful interactions between all members of our campus community.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.