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At Augustana College, we don’t just educate students - we empower them. As a nationally recognized college of the liberal arts and sciences, we invest in engaged learning, maximizing student potential, and building strong community partnerships—the driving forces of our Bold & Boundless Strategic Plan (2024-29).

For our 2,500 students, Augustana offers a collaborative and student-focused environment, in which faculty and staff play an active role in shaping futures through hands-on learning, mentorship and leadership development. Located on a scenic, wooded campus in Rock Island, Illinois, Augustana is part of the vibrant Quad-Cities metropolitan area (pop. 470,000), about a 3-hour drive from Chicago.

We seek mission-driven professionals who are passionate about student success, innovation and making an impact. If you thrive in an environment that values curiosity, collaboration and the power of transformative education, we invite you to bring your talents to Augustana.

Employees at Augustana enjoy an excellent benefit package including medical, retirement, generous paid time off, tuition benefits for employees and their family members, and much more.

Job Title: Assistant Football Coach & Instructor of Physical Education

Status: Full-time, Exempt 10 month Academic year schedule

Reports To: Head Football Coach

Overview: This position is responsible for assisting in the overall management of the College's football program, with a specific focus on working with the team's defensive backfield. Duties include coaching, recruitment and retention of student-athletes, scheduling and budget management, equipment ordering, scheduling contests, viable fundraising, public relations, and other duties.

Primary Duties:

Work under the direction of the Head Football Coach to conduct and evaluate practice activities for designated team members. Provide group and individual assistance in a manner that engages the student-athletes and builds commitment to the program.
Work collaboratively with the Head Football Coach to integrate efforts and create program success. Assist other staff members with activities as needed to reach the goals of the team.
Meet with prospective students and their family members both on campus and at remote locations. Provide advice and counsel on the admissions process, the Augustana experience and the integral role of the student-athlete in overall campus life.
Align and promote the core principals and standards of the program at all times.
Manage a diverse set of responsibilities including but not limited to assisting with travel arrangements, team travel meals, home event operations and other duties as assigned in relation to team operations.
Provide feedback to assigned staff members and student workers on work performance and overall effectiveness.
Create teaching curriculum for physical education activity courses as assigned during the academic year. Find ways to engage students in learning activities.
Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience:

Three or more years experience in a coaching role, preferably at the small college level.
Ability to understand and comply with a variety of regulations from the NCAA, CCIW as well as other regulatory bodies.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to interact with a diverse group of coaches, administrators, student-athletes, prospective students and families and other members of the campus community.
Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
Must have a thorough understanding of and accountability to NCAA and CCIW rules and regulations. Strong commitment to the academic and athletic success of the student-athlete.

Education: Bachelor's degree is required, Master's degree in related field preferred.

Additional Information:

Pay and Benefits: This position is budgeted to pay $34,500 annually. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the needs of our employees. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive range of benefits including:

Medical, dental, vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts
Life insurance, disability insurance, and supplemental insurance programs
Retirement plan with a generous company contribution
Tuition benefits for employees and their family members
Access to company facilities (gym, pool, health center, etc.)
You can learn more about our benefit programs at our Benefits website.

Work Hours & Travel: This position requires travel to away contests during the season and to high schools, and other opportunities to meet with prospective students. Extended weekend and evening hours especially during the football season are expected. Current valid driver's license required.

Physical Requirements: This position is located on campus and works in a traditional office environment.

The below requirements are expected:

Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a frequent basis. Also required is the ability to listen, hear, speak, read, write, climb stairs, bend, stoop, and stand for intermittently long periods of time. Must be able to use a computer to accomplish a variety of job tasks.

Special Requirements: As key personnel representing the College, this position requires excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to relate to a diverse population, and the ability and willingness to model the mission and high standard of behavior of Augustana College. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement: Augustana is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is Augustana College’s policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Note: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities are subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and names of 3 references. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The target fill date for this position is April 7, 2026.