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Assistant Football Coach - Defense

Denison University
United States, Ohio, Granville
100 West College Street (Show on map)
Jan 29, 2025
Job Posting Information


Position Type Administrative Staff
Classification Title Administrative Staff
Position Title Assistant Football Coach - Defense
Position Number A00502
Pay Grade Level AD 01
Salary $38,000 - $40,000
Department Athletics
Posting Number S 121301426
Full or Part Time Full Time
Number of Months 10
Position End Date
FTE .83
Work Schedule
Attend practice and games as well as help with the recruiting process. Practice times can vary, nights and weekends are a must.
Basic Function
Assist Head Football Coach with the daily operation of the football program and the recruitment of student-athletes. Perform additional coaching or administrative assignment and teach for the department as requested.
Essential Job Functions
Assist the Head Football Coach with the daily operation of the football program and the recruitment of student-athletes.
Monitor preparation of athletic facilities for practices and games, scout opposing teams, develop and apply team rules and assist the head coach with team selection, games and practices.
Assist with administrative duties such as scheduling, making team travel arrangements, home game management, monitoring academic progress of students, supervising student workers, working with the equipment staff on the distribution and maintenance of athletic equipment and providing the Sports Information Office with appropriate information for publications and press releases.
Identify and contact prospective students, arrange campus visits, develop printed recruiting materials and assist the Admissions Office with special events.
Perform specific duties for the Head Football Coach if needed in his absence.
Abide by University, NCAC and NCAA rules and regulations.
Teach courses for the department as needed. Participate actively in the university community. Serve on appropriate university and department committees.
Perform coaching, administrative, or other duties for the department as assigned
Minimum Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's degree.
  • Minimum of 4 years of college playing experience.
  • Defensive playing and/or coaching experience
  • Exceptional understanding of the game of football.
  • Must have a current, valid driver's license and must be insurable under Denison's liability insurance policy.



  • Key Attributes

    • Excellent problem solving, interpersonal and organizational skills.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of and/or experience in a residential, liberal arts college environment.
    • Ability to relate well to students, fellow department members and other colleagues.
    • Ability to work extended hours associated with athletic events.
    • Ability to work in a sometimes stressful environment.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated background in coaching football on the college level.
  • Successful and proven experience in recruiting and retaining student athletes.
  • Demonstrable experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Physical Demands
Must be able to demonstrate proper football skills on the field.
Contact(s) Jack Hatem
Contact Phone/Extension
Contact Email hr@denision.edu
Open Date 01/20/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Denison University Background Check Statement
The final candidate will undergo a background check as a conditional offer of employment.
Denison University EEO Statement
Denison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Title IX Notice: Sex discrimination is prohibited by federal law through Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Denison does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates including admissions and employment. For Denison's official Notice of Non-Discrimination, please visit https://denison.edu/forms/non-discrimination-notice. You can learn more about Title IX at Denison at https://denison.edu/campus/title-ix.
Job seekers who may need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (740) 587-6299 or by email at HR@denison.edu.
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