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Assistant Football Coach Defense

EVANGEL UNIVERSITY


Job Location:

Springfield, VT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 29 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

EVANGEL UNIVERSITY

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:Assistant Football Coach Defensive Position

DEPARTMENT:Athletics Department

REPORTS TO:Head Football Coach


EU MISSION STATEMENT: Evangel University is a comprehensive Christian university committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to become Spirit-empowered servants of God who impact the Church and society globally.

JOB SUMMARY: The Assistant Football Coach will be responsible for assisting all phases of managing a successful Football program including but not limited to: practice and game preparation academic and athletic support for students recruiting assistance including travel practice and contest analysis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The assistant football coach will work within the framework of the Evangel University mission statement and the goals of the Evangel Athletic Department to:

Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of operating a successful program having knowledge of defensive position special teams and plan workouts accordingly.

Identify student-athletes capable of competing both spiritually academically and athletically at Evangel University. Play a decisive role in the recruitment of student-athletes and manage a database of prospects.

Assist the Head Coach in developing a comprehensive and strategic game plan throughout the season. Evaluate upcoming opponents and prepare a scouting report.

Execute other program related tasks as assigned by the Head Coach.

QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:

- Bachelors degree or equivalent educational degree.

A working knowledge of the guidelines and rules governing recruiting eligibility and rules for the sport within the NAIA.

Knowledge of general operation of the Football program.

Possess the qualities that reflect the standards of conduct and lifestyle of the Assemblies of God fellowship.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience recruiting highly-talented intercollegiate student-athletes.
  • Experience coaching defensive football (line or linebackers) at an intercollegiate level.
  • Ability to coach teach and motivate student-athletes in a Christian-collegiate environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a competitive collaborative environment.
  • Strong communication skills.

Evangel University is a comprehensive Christian university committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to become Spirit-empowered servants of God who impact the Church and society globally.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION:

Please complete the following application questions and attach RESUME and COVER LETTER (either by downloading or copy and pasting at the end of questionnaire). After you have answered all the questions please review your answers and PRINT if desire a copy. When you have completed the process please scroll to the bottom of the page and click FINISH. Once you have click FINISH you cannot go back and make changes!

Evangel University is an equal opportunity employer participating in the E-Verify program.


Required Experience:

Junior IC


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Evangel University, a private Christian university in Missouri, offers a transformative education experience. Explore our programs and apply now!

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