Assistant Football Coach & Defensive Coordinator

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The Assistant Football Coach & Defensive Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and directing all aspects of the defensive unit for the Texas A&M University-Texarkana football program. This position assists the Head Football Coach in building and maintaining a competitive NCAA Division II football program through effective coaching recruiting player development game preparation and adherence to University Lone Star Conference and NCAA rules and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate develop and implement the overall defensive philosophy and strategy for the football program.
• Plan organize and conduct defensive meetings practices drills and game preparation.
• Call defensive plays during games and make in-game adjustments as needed.
• Coach and mentor assigned position groups focusing on skill development discipline and performance.
• Assist the Head Football Coach in the overall administration and operation of the football program.
• Recruit qualified prospective student-athletes in compliance with NCAA Division II Lone Star Conference and university regulations.
• Evaluate prospective student-athletes through film review on-campus visits and off-campus recruiting activities.
• Support the academic success personal development and retention of student-athletes.
• Assist with scouting opponents film breakdown game planning and analytical evaluation.
• Collaborate with strength and conditioning staff on year-round development programs for defensive players.
• Promote a positive disciplined and inclusive team culture aligned with university values.
• Assist with equipment management travel planning and logistical coordination as assigned.
• Participate in departmental meetings compliance education and professional development activities.
• Represent the football program and university positively at camps clinics community events and fundraising activities.
• Assist in transportation of athletes to/from athletic events which may include driving a full-size passenger van or other large capacity vehicle.
• This document represents the major duties responsibilities and authorities of this position and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrated experience coaching football at the collegiate or high school level.
• Knowledge of defensive football schemes and techniques.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations or ability to obtain such knowledge within 30 days of employment.
• Strong organizational communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to travel extensively and work beyond normal business hours including evenings weekends and holidays.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold professional and ethical standards.
• State of Texas or Arkansas class C vehicle operators license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment including an acceptable driving record and periodic completion of van safety course as required.
• Physical Requirements
  • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Working in all weather conditions exposure to high noise levels standing throughout the day the ability to use a loud voice at practices and events and physical involvement in all practices and workouts with players.
    • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position may be required to handle Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined by Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations in accordance with System policy and is further required to complete FERPA and HIPAA training as a condition of employment within a reasonable timeframe after employment and on an as-needed basis thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree from an accredited institution.
• Collegiate coaching experience preferably at the NCAA Division II level or higher.
• Experience as a defensive coordinator or primary defensive play caller.
• Proven recruiting success and player development experience.
• CPR Certification

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position may supervise employees.

Texas A&M University-Texarkana provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits

• Generous paid vacation sick time and holidays

• Medical Vision Dental Life and Long-Term Disability insurance options

• Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS) a defined benefit retirement plan with 8.25% employer contribution

• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b)

• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses

• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities

• 75% waiver of tuition and fees for employees/spouses/children

• Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance

To be considered for this position your application must be submitted no later than January 12 2026

To apply: Upload your cover letter resume and 3 professional references contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to revise or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application you may contact

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