Assistant Coach, Quality Control Football

Penn State University • University Park, IL

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About The Position

Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics, a Division I and Big Ten Conference Institution, is seeking an Assistant Coach, Quality Control for the Football program. The Assistant Coach is responsible to the Head Coach for assisting in all aspects of the Football program.

Requirements

• Commitment to comply fully with the mission statements of the University and Department, including Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics vision to prepare students for a lifetime of impact
• Bachelor's Degree
• Differs per sport
• Required Certifications: None
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
• Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
• This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Division 1 coaching and/or playing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting, coaching, developing, motivating, and evaluating academically and athletically qualified student athletes all in compliance with NCAA, Big 10, and Penn State University policies and procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with appropriate administrative processes pertaining to team travel, recruiting travel, budget, student-athlete eligibility and academic progress.
• Alumni relations.
• Participating in fundraising and community service efforts, as appropriate and assigned.
• Assisting in the coordination with appropriate Communications staff to provide pertinent information to media outlets and in preparing related web-based and written material.
• Assist with individual drills and practice organization.
• Ensure alignment, assignment, and technique standards are executed correctly.
• Break down opponent game film using advanced video software (e.g., Hudl, XOS).
• Generate detailed scouting reports identifying tendencies, personnel groupings, formations, and situational patterns.
• Provide supplemental coaching support during positional drills.
• Track player performance metrics and grading.
• Assist with recruiting film evaluations.
• Organize and maintain defensive database systems.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time