Assistant Coach/ H-backs & Tight Ends/ Video Coordinator

Job Summary

This dual-role position serves as both a position coach for the H-Back and Tight End group and as the Video Coordinator for the Chicago State University football program. The incumbent will report to the Head Football Coach and assist in building a competitive Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) program through player development, strategic support, and comprehensive video operations.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities
Coaching – H-Back & Tight Ends
• Develop, coach, and mentor student-athletes at the H-Back and Tight End positions, emphasizing technique, fundamentals, accountability, and situational football knowledge.
• Implement position-specific drills, schemes, and conditioning programs during practices and game week.
• Collaborate closely with the Offensive Coordinator and head coach to integrate H-Back and Tight End roles into the game plan.
• Evaluate player performance, create individualized improvement plans, and assist in roster and depth chart management.
• Attend recruiting events and participate actively in scouting and evaluation of prospective student-athletes (within NCAA and conference rules).
• Support academic monitoring and player welfare initiatives as part of a holistic student-athlete development model. (Typical for college coaching positions.)
Video Coordination & Film Operations
• Film Production & Editing: Capture high-quality video of practices, scrimmages, and games; generate coach and player cut-ups; and produce scouting and self-scouting video packages. (Higher Ed Jobs)
• Film Exchange & Library: Manage video exchange with upcoming opponents and maintain an up-to-date, organized video library. (Higher Ed Jobs)
• Distribution: Ensure timely distribution of film to coaches and players for strategy preparation, weekly game plans, and position meetings. (Higher Ed Jobs)
• Technology & Equipment: Maintain video hardware and software, troubleshoot technical challenges, and recommend new tools or upgrades to improve video workflows. (Intercollegiate)
• Student Staff Supervision: Hire, train, and oversee student video assistants and volunteers; coordinate schedules and job assignments. (Intercollegiate)
• Content & Highlights: Produce highlight reels, opponent breakdowns, and thematic video content for recruiting, coaching meetings, and department media use.

Game Day & Practice Involvement
• Attend all practices, home and away games, film sessions, and coaching meetings.
• Coordinate all video setup, run film capture stations, and ensure equipment readiness before drills and game action.
• Support coaching staff in video playback sessions during practices and half-time if requested.
• Provide quality coaching input on game day while performing broadcast and live video duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Experience playing and/or coaching football at the collegiate level (preferably with tight ends or H-Back/TE groups).
• Proficiency with football video systems such as Hudl, DV Sport, XOS, or similar platforms.
• Strong technical skills with video recording and editing tools, and ability to manage complex file systems.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written – to effectively interact with student-athletes, staff, and departmental partners.
• Commitment to NCAA compliance and ethical standards
• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see, and hear to perform essential functions

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as a video coordinator or assistant in an NCAA program.
• Recruiting experience and/or familiarity with FCS recruiting processes and platforms.
• Coaching background involving offensive schemes and player development at the position level.
• Ability to teach and develop student video staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to multi-task in high-pressure environments.
• Collaborative team player with a passion for football and athlete development.
• Creative problem-solver with attention to detail.

Additional Applicant Information

Physical Requirement/ Demands

● Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 30 pounds.
● Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
● Prolonged standing at athletic contests and events.

Work Environment

• Flexible schedule with frequent evenings, weekends, and travel with the team.
• Work both indoors (analysis/editing) and outdoors (practice/game filming).
• May require lifting and setup of video equipment.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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