Assistant Football Coach - Offensive Line

EVANGEL UNIVERSITY

ASSISTANT FOOTBALL COACH - OFFENSIVE LINE

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Assistant Football Coach – Offensive Position (Offensive Line)

DEPARTMENT:  Athletics Department

REPORTS TO: Head Football Coach

EU MISSION STATEMENT: Evangel University is a comprehensive Christian university committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to become Spirit-empowered servants of God who impact the Church and society globally. 

JOB SUMMARY:  The Assistant Football Coach will be responsible for assisting all phases of managing a successful Football program including, but not limited to: practice and game preparation, academic and athletic support for students, recruiting assistance including travel, practice and contest analysis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The assistant football coach will work within the framework of the Evangel University mission statement and the goals of the Evangel Athletic Department to:

·       Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of operating a successful program having knowledge of offensive line and plan workouts accordingly.

·        Identify student-athletes capable of competing both spiritually, academically, and athletically at Evangel University.  Play a decisive role in the recruitment of student-athletes and manage a database of prospects.

·       Assist the Head Coach in developing a comprehensive and strategic game plan throughout the season.  Evaluate upcoming opponents and prepare a scouting report.

·       Execute other program related tasks as assigned by the Head Coach.

QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:

·       Bachelor’s degree or equivalent educational degree.

·       A working knowledge of the guidelines and rules governing recruiting, eligibility and rules for the sport within the NAIA.

·       Knowledge of general operation of the Football program.

·       Possess the qualities that reflect the standards of conduct and lifestyle of the Assemblies of God fellowship. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience recruiting highly-talented intercollegiate student-athletes.     
• Experience coaching defensive football (line or linebackers) at an intercollegiate level.
• Ability to coach, teach, and motivate student-athletes in a Christian-collegiate environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a competitive, collaborative environment.
• Strong communication skills.                   

Evangel University is a comprehensive Christian university committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to become Spirit-empowered servants of God who impact the Church and society globally.

Evangel University is an equal opportunity employer participating in the E-Verify program.