Assistant Football Coach - Offensive Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

Date application must be received for priority consideration by: December 22, 2025
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: January 19, 2026
Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled:
Job Family Group: Administrative and Professional
Division/Department: President's Office/Athletics
Compensation Range (commensurate with experience): $4,250 -$5,000/monthly or $51,000-$60,000/annually @ 1.0 FTE
FLSA Status: Exempt
Appointment Basis: 12-month
Time Type: Full-time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration/Temporary: Renewable
This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License: Yes
This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
Lead Work/Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
Work Location Type: On-campus
Work Hours: Hours are subject to change depending on the time of the year.
Worker Status: Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

• Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV. - PLEASE NOTE - during the application process, you will be prompted to attach these documents in the area titled "Resume." Please either combine ALL documents into ONE attachment, OR upload each item separately in this section. Failure to upload ALL of the required documents may disqualify application from consideration.
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POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Offensive Coordinator is responsible for leading all aspects of the SOU offensive unit. This coach will implement a modern, dynamic, and adaptable offensive system that maximizes personnel, develops student-athletes, and aligns with the core philosophy and culture of SOU Football. The Offensive Coordinator will also coach a position group, supervise offensive staff, and serve as a key member of the program’s leadership team.

We are seeking a forward-thinking, detail-driven, process-oriented leader who believes in empowering players, building authentic relationships, and competing at the highest level.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrated experience coaching offense at the collegiate level (NAIA, NCAA, or equivalent).
• Proven ability to teach scheme and technique clearly and efficiently.
• Demonstrated commitment to player development, academic support, and student-athlete well-being.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Alignment with SOU Football’s mission to create a player-driven, process-focused program.

Preferred Requirements

• Previous experience as an Offensive Coordinator or play caller.
• Experience recruiting the West Coast region.
• Demonstrated ability to lead staff and manage a unit.
• Experience in RPO-based systems, tempo offense, multiple formations, and creative use of personnel.

Essential Functions

Duties - The following examples are typical work activities that are meant to illustrate the general range of work functions and are not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive:

(50%) Offensive Strategy & Leadership:

• Design, install, and manage the offensive system consistent with SOU’s competitive goals and program identity.
• Lead game planning, practice planning, and weekly tactical adjustments.
• Coordinate all offensive meetings, walkthroughs, and film sessions.
• Evaluate offensive personnel and maximize strengths through scheme, technique, and situational planning.
• Provide clear communication, teaching progressions, and week-to-week developmental plans for players and staff. ​

(25%) Player Development:

• Build strong, mentor-driven relationships with student-athletes.
• Deliver consistent standards around effort, enthusiasm, execution, accountability, and growth.
• Develop individualized improvement plans for offensive players.
• Recruit, develop, and retain high-character players who fit SOU’s identity and academic mission.

(15%) Recruiting:

• Identify, evaluate, and recruit offensive prospects who elevate the program.
• Build strong relationships with high school/JC coaches, families, and prospects.
• Contribute to a year-round recruiting plan using creativity, communication, and digital platforms.

(10%) Staff Collaboration & Leadership:

• Direct and mentor offensive assistant coaches, GAs, and student assistants.
• Work collaboratively within a program structure that emphasizes player ownership and leadership.
• Uphold and model the program’s cultural standards, including “WE” principles and the 3 Es. ​

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills; demonstrated ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated customer service experience requiring a very high level of diplomacy and professionalism to effectively handle a broad range of sensitive interpersonal situations.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and consistently apply a wide variety of complex policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not always exist.
• Expressed ability to work with frequent changes in policies and procedures, under pressure of deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and research skills; demonstrated ability to gather, evaluate, and to develop well-reasoned conclusions and recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively assess work operations and anticipate potential problems; ability to develop and implement strategies for preventing/resolving problems.
• Great ability to effectively perform work of a highly sensitive and confidential nature that requires access to information. Must be able to exercise sound judgment and discretion, tact, and diplomacy.
• Takes initiative in independently planning, organizing, and performing work assignments within broadly defined parameters
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of productivity and accuracy/attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the demonstrated ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
• Willingness to and work effectively in a heavily bureaucratic environment which requires regular interaction with a number of levels within the organization and multiple outside agencies.
• Working knowledge or ability to quickly learn, university infrastructure, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to provide training and direction to student assistants.
• Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment utilizing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to provide training and direction to student assistants
• Ability to adhere to the NAIA, Cascade and Frontier Conference, and Southern Oregon University rules and regulations pertaining to recruiting, eligibility and general operation of the team.

Position Specific Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Offensive System Mastery, deep knowledge of modern offensive strategies: RPOs, tempo, multiple formations, motions/shifts, gap/zone run schemes, QB progression teaching. Ability to build a flexible system that fits personnel instead of forcing scheme. High-level understanding of defensive structures and tendencies to exploit matchups. 
• Play Calling & Situational Awareness Confident, decisive, and analytical play caller. Strong command of situational football: red zone, 3rd down, 2-minute, 4-minute, backed up, goal line, momentum shifts, time management. Ability to adjust quickly in-game and communicate changes clearly. 
• Player Development & Teaching Ability Must be an elite teacher—clear, concise, repeatable coaching points. Ability to develop quarterbacks and skill players with a progression-based approach. Creates individual development plans for each offensive player. Strong understanding of fundamentals: footwork, leverage, angles, timing, spacing. 
• Leadership & Culture Alignment Models and reinforces WE, Effort, Enthusiasm, Execution, and a player-driven, process-focused culture. Builds strong, trust-based relationships with players. Positive, energetic, emotionally consistent presence. Holds staff and players accountable without ego. 
• Staff Management & Collaboration Ability to lead offensive staff meetings, delegate effectively, and empower assistants. Works collaboratively with Head Coach on identity, tempo, game management, and weekly objectives. Understands how offense fits into full-team strategy (defense, special teams, hidden yardage). 
• Game Planning & Film Analysis Strong technical skill with Hudl, DV Sport, and digital film tools. Builds weekly game plans that maximize matchups, exploit opponent weaknesses, and fit SOU personnel. Breaks down film efficiently and teaches players and staff how to study opponents. 
• Recruiting & Relationship Building Strong evaluator of talent—especially QBs, WRs, RBs, and OL. Ability to build connections with California, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and junior college coaches. Skilled communicator with families, prospects, and high school/JC networks. Creative with digital recruiting tools, presentation materials, and messaging. 
• Communication & Presentation Skills Clear communicator in meetings, on the field, and on game day. Excellent with teaching progression, diagrams, install decks, script writing, and practice planning. Able to explain complex concepts simply and consistently.
• Organizational & Administrative Skills Builds and manages practice scripts, install schedules, weekly plans, and game prep documents. Maintains tight organization of playbooks, scouting reports, and recruiting data. Prepared, detail-oriented, and proactive—never chaotic or reactive. 
• Technology & Data Competency Comfortable using analytics to inform decisions on 4th down, red zone, run/pass tendencies, and efficiency metrics. Proficient in Excel/Sheets, Hudl reports, GPS data (if applicable), and other coaching tech. Uses technology to enhance—not complicate—player learning. 
• Innovation & Adaptability Open-minded, curious, and always learning. Ability to evolve offense annually based on roster, conference trends, and opponent tendencies. Creative with formations, personnel groups, motions, and play design. 
• Emotional Intelligence & Professionalism Consistent, steady leadership presence in the meeting room, on the practice field, and on game day. Handles adversity, stress, and conflict with maturity and composure. Builds a unit culture players believe in and want to play for.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing and walking; must be able to stand and walk for extended periods during practices, games, workouts, meetings, and recruiting events. Requires regular movement across turf fields, grass fields, stadium areas, and indoor facilities.
• Demonstrating Football Techniques Occasional ability to physically demonstrate drills, footwork, hand placement, or movement patterns for players. Ability to kneel, squat, bend, and move laterally when instructing or observing offensive drills.
• Outdoor Activity in Varied Weather Conditions Work is performed outdoors in all seasonal weather typical to Southern Oregon, including heat, rain, cold, and wind. Must be comfortable coaching and conducting practices in variable conditions.
• Lifting and carrying occasional lifting, carrying, or moving of equipment (bags, cones, footballs, tablets, headsets, film equipment) up to 25–40 lbs.
• Use of technology and office equipment; frequent use of computers, tablets, video-editing tools, and communication systems. Extended periods of sitting during film study, game-planning, recruiting tasks, and administrative work.
• Communication demands must be able to speak loudly, clearly, and consistently on the field amid crowd noise, drills, and practice activity. Requires strong verbal and non-verbal communication in dynamic environments.
• Travel requirements ability to travel with the team for away games. Occasional travel for recruiting, camps, clinics, and high school visits.
• Long and irregular hours work involves evenings, weekends, early mornings, and extended hours during the season. High availability during game weeks, recruiting cycles, and offseason installation periods.
• Must be able to perform driving-related duties, which are essential to the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Special Conditions

• Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development.
• Must be able to work additional hours and adjust working hours to meet special jobs. May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency basis.
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
• This position classification has been defined as exempt and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
• The person holding this position is considered a mandatory reporter under the Oregon Revised Statutes and is required to comply with the requirements set forth by the Oregon Department of Human Services.

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SOU is an equal access AA/EOE committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Southern Oregon University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on this application. If, however, you require a reasonable accommodation in the application and/or interview process due to disability, requests must be made in a timely manner to Human Resources.

Diversity Statement:
Southern Oregon University is a welcoming community committed to inclusive excellence and the celebration of diversity. Without diversity, our educational process is diminished. Working together in support of our commitment to diversity, we strengthen and enrich our role as learners, educators, and members of a tightly connected global community. We encourage those who share in our commitment to diversity, to join our community and we expect all our employees to demonstrate an ability and desire to create an inclusive campus community.

SOU Land Acknowledgement
We want to take this moment to acknowledge that Southern Oregon University is located within the ancestral homelands of the Shasta, Takelma, and Latgawa peoples who lived here since time immemorial. These Tribes were displaced during rapid Euro-American colonization, the Gold Rush, and armed conflict between 1851 and 1856. In the 1850s, the discovery of gold and settlement brought thousands of Euro-Americans to their lands, leading to warfare, epidemics, starvation, and villages being burned. In 1853 the first of several treaties were signed, confederating these Tribes and others together – who would then be referred to as the Rogue River Tribe. These treaties ceded most of their homelands to the United States, and in return, they were guaranteed a permanent homeland reserved for them. At the end of the Rogue River Wars in 1856, these Tribes and many other Tribes from western Oregon were removed to the Siletz Reservation and the Grand Ronde Reservation. Today, the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Community of Oregon (www.grandronde.org) and the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians (www.ctsi.nsn.us) are living descendants of the Takelma, Shasta, and Latgawa peoples of this area. We encourage YOU to learn about the land you reside on and to join us in advocating for the inherent sovereignty of Indigenous people.

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