Defensive Analyst, Football

The University of Virginia is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. The Department of Athletics at the University of Virginia is now accepting applications for the position of Defensive Analyst to support the Football program.

The Defensive Analyst is responsible for providing the football coaching staff with valuable information designed to improve the efficiency and success of the program, on and off the field. The incumbent will conduct in-depth research and perform high level analysis, utilizing various platforms in order to generate statistical reports and evaluate critical facets of the program. The resulting efforts of their work will allow coaches and staff to streamline processes, focus on competitive advantage, and improve practice and game protocols to achieve desired outcomes. The Defensive Analyst position is a non-coaching role requiring considerable experience either playing, coaching, or analyzing the sport of football at the collegiate or professional level.

The Defensive Analyst will be responsible for duties including, but not limited to:

• Ensure quality data is collected for analysis and continually verify integrity of the data.
  
• Synthesize data analysis of key program aspects, interpreting and reporting trends and areas for improvement for the football office.
  
• Create graphs, reports, and presentations of results in order to make strategic and programmatic decisions.
  
• Consistently provide feedback regarding opportunities for efficiency improvement, streamlining processes, and expanding competitive advantage.
  
• Communicate with various internal and external constituencies to establish and strengthen relationships, provide information, collect data, and execute plans.
  
• Play an instrumental role in coaches' clinics, community relations, fundraising, and recruiting efforts.
  
• Consult with supervisor when faced with a more challenging problem or a situation beyond the scope of their duties or expertise.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excitement about building our program; a positive and high energy level with the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment, working quickly and completing tasks effectively.
  
• Demonstrated genuine concern and interest for the welfare of student-athletes.
  
• Knowledge of NCAA, ACC and institutional rules and regulations.
  
• Experience with Visio software.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  
• Ability and desire to perform accurate, detail-oriented work, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor.
  
• Proven organizational skills and an openness to new approaches and new ideas.
  
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and sound judgments.
  
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. This position includes a considerable amount of travel.
  

The selected candidate will pass a background check. This is a full-time position with UVa benefits . Employees benefits package highlights include:

• Moving and relocation reimbursement assistance
  
• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13 paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off
  
• Parental and Community Service Leave
  
• Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs available immediately
  
• Retirement benefits
  
• Tuition and professional development benefits after the first six months
  
• Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year.
  

Required Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's Degree

Experience : Relevant experience such as some experience playing, coaching, or analyzing the sport of football at the collegiate or professional level.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please do not submit application materials directly to staff of the Department of Athletics, as only applications received through this system will be accepted. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching ‘Find Jobs.’ Complete an application online with the following documents:

• Resume
  
• Cover letter
  
• Contact information for three references
  

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration. This position will not provide visa sponsorship. For questions about the application process, please contact Michele Jarman , Academic Recruiter.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Most of the work performed is in an office environment.