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We’re changing it up this week and giving you college coaching candidates something to look forward to.

Eastern Oregon University is hiring a Defensive Coordinator/Recruiting Coordinator!

The Defensive Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the defensive unit of the team, including practice and game planning and management. In addition, they are responsible for the coordination of assistant coaches in each defensive position.

Additional Duties include:

  • Assisting the head coach in all facets of the program to develop an elite NAIA Football program
  • Monitor the academic progress of student-athletes.
  • Work on and off campus on the recruitment of quality student-athletes.
  • Plan, organize, and conduct all practices for the defensive unit, including daily on-field coaching and management at all practice sessions and games.
  • Organize game preparation, including film breakdown; develop game plans and scouting reports related to the defensive unit for each contest.
  • Develop an annual defensive playbook and teaching progression.
  • Supervises and evaluates all defensive assistant coaches.

Recommended Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities include:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • Five years of college and/or professional football coaching experience with strong college recruiting experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of the FLEX defense and off-defensive scheme.
  • Recruiting experience in the states of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
  • Must have familiarity with computer systems, good oral and written communication skills, and strong organizational, management, and supervisory skills.

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*Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcomes applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities, and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.