Position Information
Job Title Assistant Football Coach Defensive Coordinator
Posting Number S00618
Position Type Full Time
Hours/Schedule Standard Utica University business hours: 8:00am -5:00pm Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Campus Main Campus, Utica NY
Date Position Available 02/01/2026
Posted Salary $46,000 per year.
FLSA Status Exempt
Benefits Eligible Yes
If yes, please select: All Benefits
Position Summary Information
Position Summary
Assists Head Coach with all facets of a varsity sports program including organizing and planning of all practices and game strategies, training and health education of student athletes, monitoring academic progress of student athletes and recruiting of athletes for the Program.
Location Utica, NY
Application Deadline
Full consideration by:
Open Until Filled Yes
Major Responsibilities
Adheres to Utica University Athletic Department philosophy, including knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and conference rules and regulations. Provides and advises student athletes of obligations and requirements under said philosophy and NCAA rules and regulations.
Plans and runs daily practices sessions and periodic individual training sessions to ensure student-athletes are learning team concepts and safety issues while participating in intercollegiate athletics.
Monitors student-athletes' academic success, providing direction when necessary, including providing for or arranging necessary academic help services.
May be required to teach physical education classes each semester as assigned by the Athletic Director.
Manages equipment usage, orders and maintains uniforms, balls, etc. Scouts opponents, tape exchange, etc. Assists Athletic Director with game scheduling, transportation, and work with Sports Information department to ensure statistics are accurate and up to date. Contributes time and assistance to team and department fundraising, if appropriate.
Recruit and retain prospective student-athletes giving them an opportunity to compete and to better themselves as athletes and individuals.
Oversees and coordinates all football recruiting efforts
Takes an active role in the development of the department's strategic and operational plans as required by department leadership. Works closely with department supervisor to develop and implement operational goals that support departmental success.
Responsible for working with supervisor and other team members to achieve successful results on all established individual and departmental goals and key performance indicators.
May perform other related duties as assigned
Driving Responsibilities
Travel
Supervises Oversees team managers - May oversee assigned work-study students
Education & Experience Qualifications
Bachelor degree required, Masters preferred
4 - 5 years of college coaching experience preferred
Must have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Minimum Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of Football
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
A strong commitment to diversity and work continually to enhance diversity of our students, faculty, and staff
Strong organizations skills
Must be willing to travel
Must be certified in first aid, CPR and AED
Must possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record (as defined by University insurance carrier guidelines)
Applicant Documents Instructions
All positions at Utica University support the University mission and values in part by being active members of an inclusive environment. Please describe in your diversity statement how you would see yourself incorporating this into this role.
In line with theUniversity Affirmative Action Policy, there is no requirement or expectation that a candidate disclose their identity or membership in any protected class or group, either in the diversity statement or in other application documents submitted to the search committee. For additional information on what to provide in your diversity statement please reference the diversity statement guide at the following link: https://www.utica.edu/hr/media/Diversity\Statement\Guide.pdf
Additional information Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
EEO/AA Statement
Utica University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and creating a welcoming work environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, or protected status under applicable local, state, or federal law.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Located in the heart of central New York, Utica University is a comprehensive,
independent, private institution founded in 1946 to offer options for
University study to veterans returning from the second world war. More than
seventy years since veterans returned from WWII, this tradition of serving
veterans is still held in high regard here at UC, and we are proud to
welcome veterans as students and as valued members of our faculty and
professional staff.
Posting Specific Questions
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*How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
HercJobs.org (HERC Higher Ed Recruitment Consortium)
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InsideHigherEd.com
Observer Dispatch (Utica OD)-newspaper
Ithaca Journal
Personal Referral
Utica University Website
Albany Times Union
Binghamton Press & Sun
careerbuilders.com
centralnewyorkhelpwanted.com
Chronicle.com (Chronicle of Higher Ed website)
Elmira Star Gazette
Utica University Online Employment Website
DiverseEducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education
Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Indeed.com
Current Utica University Employee
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Twitter
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Letter of Reference #1
"Contributions to Diversity" Statement
