Quality Control Analyst: Special Teams

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic community at a leading university as a Quality Control Analyst for Special Teams. This full-time role focuses on enhancing the efficiency of football operations through detailed analysis and strategic planning. You'll collaborate closely with coaches, breaking down game films and developing playbooks, while fostering an inclusive environment for student-athletes. With a commitment to diversity and excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of the athletics department and support the growth of aspiring athletes. If you're passionate about sports and dedicated to making a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Tuition reduction benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Paid leave package

Retirement savings

Mental health support services

Qualifications

• Experience as an NCAA Football coach or Quality Control Analyst.
• Knowledge of offensive/defensive schemes and playbooks.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support for practice and game preparation.
• Break down opponent's game films and create detailed reports.
• Assist with on-campus recruiting and maintain a diverse environment.

Skills

NCAA Football coaching experience

Statistical analysis

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management or related field

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

You will also be required to answer two supplemental questions in the application process regarding your IAWP status. An Individual Associate with a Prospect (IAWP) is any person who maintains (or directs others to maintain) contact with a Prospective Student-Athlete (PSA), the PSA’s relatives or legal guardians, or coaches at any point during the PSA’s participation in Football or Basketball, and whose contact is directly or indirectly related to either the PSA’s athletic skills and abilities or the PSA’s recruitment by or enrollment in an NCAA institution. This definition includes, but is not limited to, parents, legal guardians, handlers, personal trainers, mentors and coaches. Coaches or employees at collegiate institutions may also be considered IAWPs for PSAs that they recruit. Answers to the questions must be truthful. False or misleading answers could result in termination or disqualification from eligibility for any employment at Oregon State University.

For additional information please contact: Mike McHugh at [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [e-mail] .

Position Information

Department

Department Intercolleg Athletics (YIA)

Position Title

Job Title

Job Title Quality Control Analyst: Special Teams

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Professional Faculty

Job Location

Benefits Eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The Department of Athletics is seeking a Quality Control Analyst: Special Teams. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ),12-month, professional faculty position.

The mission of the OSU Department of Athletics is to Go Build Excellent, Authentic, Visionary Student-Athletes (GO B.E.A.V.S.). Oregon State Athletics is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and one which fosters a sense of belonging. Our goal is to encourage thoughtful and objective learning at all times. We will be intentional to recruit and retain individuals of all backgrounds and identities who will positively contribute to the success of our athletics department.

Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the Quality Control Analyst: Special Teams provides support to the football coaches to enhance the quality and efficiency of day-to-day operations and is primarily responsible for assisting with practice and game preparation. The successful candidate must have the ability and knowledge to break down opponent’s and defensive schemes, create detailed reports, complete daily office tasks, create and maintain practice plans and game plans, and create defensive playbooks and game books. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: breakdown of game films; assisting with practice planning; working with the coordinators in the off-season to plan, create, and implement defensive philosophies for the football team; breakdown each opponent’s defensive and special teams game plan schemes; maintain weekly, seasonal self-scout/quality control documents; and other duties as assigned.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

40% PRACTICE ANALYSIS
Attends practice for observational purposes only. Provides feedback to coaches post-practice, using real time observation data and practice film analysis. Provides a critical feedback loop regarding the strengths and weakness of

each player as rosters are developed throughout the year, out of season, and then each week while in season. Provides feedback daily regarding the progression of each student-athlete relative to game time strategies deployed.

30% STATISTICAL OPPONENT ANALYSIS
Utilizes most recent and best practice protocols for providing lead statistical analysis on all opponents’ trends and tendencies. Utilizes game film and other resources to develops tendency charts for coaches to utilize in practice and in game settings as well. Assists the coaches with providing the best delivery methods for each student-athlete as well dependent on individual learning styles. Develops playbooks on all opponents.

20% ON- CAMPUS RECRUITING
Assists with the on-campus recruiting process. Provides the team with creativity and input throughout the recruiting process to maintain the culture around the team. Encourage and participate in activities that foster an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and fosters a sense of belonging for both student workers, student athletes, and co-workers. This role requires the incumbent to maintain a current, valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record in order to perform these duties.

10% PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Utilizes Lean Strategies to evaluate all aspects of the program and effectively makes recommendation and implements change that results in more consistent outcomes or greater efficiencies.

What You Will Need

• One (1) year of experience as an NCAA Football coach or Quality Control Analyst.
• Knowledge of offensive/defensive and Special Teams schemes, practice and game plans, offensive/defensive play books and game books at the Division 1 level.
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate in a manner that shows respect and inclusivity for student athletes, student workers and colleagues.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Ability to make swift decisions in a highly stressful environment.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• Must work some evenings and weekends.
• Access to secure areas/equipment.
• Access to personal information.
• Driving is an essential function of the position.

Pay Method

Pay Period

Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education, training and experience

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

You will also be required to answer two supplemental questions in the application process regarding your IAWP status. An Individual Associate with a Prospect ( IAWP ) is any person who maintains (or directs others to maintain) contact with a Prospective Student-Athlete ( PSA ), the PSA’s relatives or legal guardians, or coaches at any point during the PSA’s participation in Football or Basketball, and whose contact is directly or indirectly related to either the PSA’s athletic skills and abilities or the PSA’s recruitment by or enrollment in an NCAA institution. This definition includes, but is not limited to, parents, legal guardians, handlers, personal trainers, mentors and coaches. Coaches or employees at collegiate institutions may also be considered IAWPs for PSAs that they recruit. Answers to the questions must be truthful. False or misleading answers could result in termination or disqualification from eligibility for any employment at Oregon State University.

For additional information please contact: Mike McHugh at [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [e-mail] .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Oregon State University Athletics is committed to promoting diversity and equity in all that we do. In your experience, how have you showed a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion? Give specific examples of how you have been involved with personnel, programs or other initiatives that show a demonstrated commitment to these principles.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please explain if you are an IAWP for any high school PSA, two-year junior college PSA, four year college transfer PSA, or any other OSU recruit in the sports of Football or Men’s or Women’s Basketball. If yes, please explain. If no, put N/A.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please explain if you are an IAWP for any current OSU student-athlete in their first two years of enrollment at OSU in the sports of Football or Men’s or Women’s Basketball? If yes, please explain. If no, put N/A.

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
Optional Documents
• VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)

Notice of Availability:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing [e-mail] .