Special Teams Coordinator Assistant Football Coach

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The Special Teams Coordinator is responsible for the organization instruction and execution of all special teams units while assisting with overall football operations. This position supports the competitive success of the football program through player development strategic planning recruiting and strict adherence to NCAA Division II conference and institutional regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coaching & Special Teams Coordination

• Plan coordinate and coach all special teams units (kickoff kickoff return punt punt return field goal/PAT)
• Develop special teams philosophies schemes and weekly game plans
• Conduct position meetings practices and drills related to special teams
• Evaluate and develop student-athletes assigned to special teams units
• Coordinate with offensive and defensive staffs to align personnel usage and practice schedules

Game Planning & Analysis

• Prepare weekly scouting reports opponent breakdowns and film analysis for special teams
• Make in-game adjustments and communicate effectively with coaching staff
• Assist with video analysis and self-scout evaluations

Recruiting

• Identify evaluate and recruit prospective student-athletes who can contribute to special teams and assigned position group(s)
• Maintain recruiting records and databases in compliance with NCAA Division II rules
• Assist with on-campus visits and recruiting events

Student-Athlete Development & Administration

• Promote academic success leadership and personal development of student-athletes
• Monitor academic progress eligibility and conduct of assigned student-athletes
• Maintain compliance with NCAA conference and institutional policies
• Complete required administrative reports and documentation

Program Support & Additional Duties

• Assist with camps clinics fundraising community engagement and alumni events
• Support strength and conditioning coordination for special teams units

Game Day & Program Support

• Assist with game planning opponent breakdowns and film analysis
• Participate in game-day coaching and administrative responsibilities
• Support scouting reports and analytics relevant to defensive line play

Administration & Compliance

• Comply with all NCAA Division II conference and institutional policies
• Assist with monitoring academic progress eligibility and conduct of student-athletes
• Complete required documentation reports and administrative tasks
• Representing the football program and university in a positive and professional manner

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with summer camps clinics fundraising and community engagement 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 job 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
• Playing and/or coaching experience with special teams at the collegiate or high school level
• Strong knowledge of football rules strategies and special teams concepts
• Understanding of NCAA Division II rules and regulations
• Strong organizational leadership and communication skills
• Ability to travel extensively and work 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.
• 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.

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree
• Collegiate coaching experience preferably at the NCAA Division II or Division I level
• Successful experience as Special Teams Coordinator for a minimum of five (5) years
• Recruiting experience at the collegiate level
• Experience with video and analytics platforms (e.g. Hudl XOS)

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position may supervise employees.

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

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

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All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.