Position Summary

Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success.  West Chester University of Pennsylvania’s Department of Athletics invites applications for the position of Part-Time Assistant Football (Defensive Line) Coach. There is an immediate need for this position.

West Chester University is an NCAA Division II member of the highly competitive Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). The Department of Athletics prepares our student athletes for life-long success by providing opportunities for them to excel in the classroom, in competition and in the community. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.

WCU proudly offers a positive and purposeful work environment, a University mission to support employee personal and professional growth including training and development, and advancement opportunities.  

The Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting all duties associated with successful coaching at the college level.  

The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills to be a positive role model and representative of the university.

Responsibilities include:  

• Coach and demonstrate high level advanced technical and tactical skills for defensive line 
• Recruit student athletes 
• Assist at practice  
• Assist with summer camps
• Video break down and analysis
• Provide academic support for players
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience
• Three years of intercollegiate or professional playing experience, or five years of high school coaching experience
• Defensive line coaching experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise coaching defensive line
• Demonstrated understanding of the West Chester University Football Program 
• Demonstrated understanding of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference  
• Recruiting experience at the college level
• Summer camp experience 
• Experience with video editing and breakdown

Special Instructions

The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience.
 
Candidates should apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa.  Application allows for cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references (All required for consideration).

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 
Applicants must successfully complete the interview process to be considered as a finalist. No phone calls please.

Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances WCU’s educational mission and strategic Plan for Excellence. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment background checks.

Requirements

• Start Date: No Start Date
• Education: Varied (See Description)
• Work Experience: 3 - 5 years
• Part/Full Time: Part-Time

Contact / Additional Information

Candidates should apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa.  Application allows for cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references (All required for consideration).