Assistant Coach & Defensive Coordinator

University Of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in athletics seeks a passionate Assistant Coach and Defensive Coordinator to join their dynamic team. This role involves planning and implementing a comprehensive Football program aimed at achieving provincial and national prominence. You will engage in student athlete recruitment, community development, and act as a technical resource, ensuring a high standard of performance and athlete management. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a top-ranked athletic program while fostering integrity, respect, and diversity within the team. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the world of sports, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• University degree in kinesiology/physical education or equivalent experience.
• At least 4 years coaching USports Football, preferably as a Defensive Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing the Football program within University guidelines.
• Manage recruitment process and maintain recruiting data.

Skills

Microsoft Suite

Video Analysis Software

Recruitment Databases

Effective Communication

Problem-Solving

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Technical Knowledge of Football Rules

Education

University Degree in Kinesiology/Physical Education

National Coach Certification Program Level 3 Football

Level 4 or 5 Certification (Preferred)

Tools

Video Analysis Software

Recruitment Databases

Job description

Description:

The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is a global leader in advancing knowledge on physical activity and health through research, academic programs, recreation, and sport opportunities across its three campuses. The Faculty values integrity, respect, equity, and diversity. The Varsity Blues program is Canada’s largest athletic program, ranked 1st in Canada and 4th globally in sports subjects by QS World Rankings. More information can be found at kpe.utoronto.ca.

Your Opportunity:

Reporting to the Head Coach, Varsity Blues Football, the incumbent assists in planning and implementing the Football program within University guidelines. Responsibilities include student athlete recruitment, athlete management, human resources, sport development, athlete development, alumni relations, community development, and acting as a technical resource.

The incumbent contributes to designing a sport development plan aimed at achieving provincial and national prominence, including financial planning, performance targets, budget management, revenue generation, and performance evaluation.

Managing the defensive segment of the recruitment process and maintaining recruiting data are key responsibilities. The Assistant Coach and Defensive Coordinator must effectively communicate the benefits of attending U of T and being part of the Varsity Blues to attract talented students and athletes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: University degree in kinesiology/physical education or equivalent experience. Fully certified with National Coach Certification Program Level 3 Football; Level 4 or 5 preferred.
• Experience: At least 4 years coaching USports Football, preferably as a Defensive Coordinator.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, video analysis software, recruitment databases; effective communication, problem-solving, negotiation, analytical, and technical knowledge of football rules and regulations, including OUA and U Sports rules.
• Other: Strong interpersonal skills, instructional and motivating abilities, team-building, planning, initiative, good judgment, tact, record-keeping, and numeracy skills.

Application deadline: 05/22/2025, 11:59PM ET. Employee group: Salaried. Appointment type: Budget - Continuing. Schedule: Full-Time. Pay scale: $82,083 - $136,802. Job category: Athletics.