Defensive Assistant Football Coach

Cornell College, a residential liberal arts college, and a member of the Midwest Conference of the NCAA Division III located in Mount Vernon, IA, is seeking applications for a defensive assistant football coach.

This is a full-time, 12-month position.  

Duties & Responsibilities


* Coach and develop student-athletes athletically and assist with their personal growth as young people.


* Recruitment of qualified student athletes.


* Design and implement training as assigned by head coach.


* Home competition and equipment management.


* Travel planning for the team, as assigned by head coach.


* Administrative duties as assigned by head coach.


* Other duties as assigned. 

About Cornell College 

Cornell College is a selective liberal arts college distinguished by our Ingenuity curriculum that builds on the strengths of our One Course At A Time schedule.

This combination encourages the qualities of being thoughtful, original, and inventive, using the strengths of a liberal arts education to apply ideas to solve problems and meet challenges through hands-on experience in learning.

Academic immersion, Division III NCAA athletic teams, and unparalleled flexibility attract an ambitious student body from across the U.S.

and worldwide.

We are located in Mount Vernon, Iowa, an urban fringe community located in the heart of the ICR Iowa region.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

A bachelor's degree is required; experience in coaching at the college level is preferred.  The successful candidate will have a solid knowledge of the sport, be eager to learn and assist with all aspects of coaching, have strong people skills, be dedicated to enriching the experience of the student-athlete, and be committed to the development and success of the football program, and have knowledge and experience with NCAA rules and regulations.

Preference given to those with Defensive Line Experience.

A valid driver's license is required.

Working Conditions 

The position is expected to work in person on campus.

Cornell College offers a fantastic benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, HSA & FSA accounts, a TIAA 403(b) retirement account, and tuition remission and exchange for employees and dependents.

We also offer life insurance, disability insurance, travel insurance, and accident insurance. 

Application Process

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and list of at least three professional references through Cornell College's online application system.

Cornell is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

Cornell complies with Iowa's Smoke-Free Air Act.

Cornell utilizes E-Verify and requires satisfactory completion of a background check.

Education

Required


* Bachelors or better in Other

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