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Onin Staffing

Production Room Lead

La Grange, IL

$18.50/hr

... and coaching employees - Utilizing Redzone for line checks Skills and Experience: Preferred ... Food Defense) - Experience with metal detector functionality - Experience with continuous ...

US Bank

Audit Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$104K - $138K/yr

Serves as a functional liaison between the Line of Business and the Lines of Defense. Primary ... Assessing work performed by staff by providing coaching notes that are relevant to the scope ...

Capital One

Lead Risk Specialist

Chicago, IL

$101K/yr

Lead Risk Specialist Are you ready to lead from the front line of a top 10 bank? Do you thrive in a ... Coach and guide cross-functional business partners through operational changes using a thoughtful ...

Capital One

Lead Risk Specialist

Riverwoods, IL · On-site

$102K/yr

Lead Risk Specialist Are you ready to lead from the front line of a top 10 bank? Do you thrive in a ... Coach and guide cross-functional business partners through operational changes using a thoughtful ...

Bank of America

Sr. Quantitative Finance Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$112K - $153K/yr

... or second line of defense overseeing model performance, model risk, and model governance on ... People Manager & Coach: Coaches to sustain and elevates organizational performance while ...

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As of Aug 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for defensive line coach in Chicago, IL is $20.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $18.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Defensive Line Coach do?

A Defensive Line Coach is responsible for training and developing the defensive linemen on a football team. They focus on techniques, footwork, hand placement, and overall defensive strategies to stop the opposing team's offense. Their duties include analyzing game film, designing drills, and working closely with the defensive coordinator to implement game plans. Additionally, they mentor players on strength conditioning and in-game decision-making.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Defensive Line Coach?

A Defensive Line Coach’s daily responsibilities include planning and conducting position-specific drills, reviewing game film to analyze player technique and opponent tendencies, and developing customized training regimens for each athlete. They also collaborate closely with the defensive coordinator and other position coaches to implement game plans and adjust strategies throughout the season. Additionally, they often provide one-on-one mentorship to players, participate in recruiting efforts, and attend staff meetings to align on team goals. This role is highly hands-on and requires continual communication with athletes and staff to foster growth and ensure optimal performance on game day.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Defensive Line Coach position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Defensive Line Coach, a deep understanding of defensive football strategies, player development, and coaching experience—often supported by playing or coaching at the collegiate or professional level—is essential. Familiarity with video analysis software, playbook design tools, and relevant coaching certifications like those from the AFCA are typical technical requirements. Strong leadership, motivational skills, and the ability to build rapport with athletes set standout coaches apart. These skills ensure effective player performance, strategic execution, and cohesive team dynamics critical to a team's success.

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Infographic showing various Defensive Line Coach job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 51% Full Time, 47% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,304 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Football-Defensive Line Coach

Saint Viator High School

Arlington Heights, IL • On-site

Other

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

PURPOSE
  • To carry out the aims and objectives of the sport program as outlined by the Head Coach. To instruct all athletes individual and team fundamentals, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of performance to potential.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

  • Reports to the Head Coach and is evaluated be the Head Coach
APPOINTMENT
  • 1 year
  • Compensated appropriately on the stipend salary schedule
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Has a thorough knowledge of all the Athletic Department Policies approved by Saint Viator.
  • Has knowledge of the existing system, State, and league regulations; implements the same consistently.
  • Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all student and parent requests or grievances through proper channels.
  • Is aware of all public/ staff / departmental meetings that require attendance
  • Maintains discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports program.
  • Assists the Head Coach in scheduling, providing transportation to tournaments and special sport events.
  • Assists in necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates programs with maintenance and school employees.
  • Provides documentation to the Athletic Director to fulfill state and system requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent and eligibility.
  • Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment sites.
  • Provides training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
  • By his/her presence at all practices, games and while traveling provides assistance and guidance to and safeguards for each participant.
  • Directs student managers and statisticians on respective teams.
  • Is accountable to the Head Coach for all equipment. Collects the cost of any lost equipment or not returned. Arranges for issuing and storing of equipment and submits to the Head Coach an annual inventory and current records concerning the same.
  • Recommends to the Head Coach budgetary items for next year in his/her area of the program.
  • Monitors equipment rooms and coaches offices and authorizes who may enter.
  • Permits the athletes only in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times.
  • Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on general cleanliness of the facility. Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sport equipment.
  • Secure all doors, lights, windows and locks before leaving the building if custodians are not on duty.
  • Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and its use.
  • Assists the Head Coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities.
  • Instructs team members as to changes in the rules and teaches fundamentals of the sport as outlined by the Head Coach.
  • Maintains a record of team statistics and requirements for lettering. (For both the Head Coach and Athletic Director)
  • Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the Head Coach for that sport.
  • Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the Head Coach.
  • Arrives early enough before practice, contests and meetings to adequately prepare and remains long enough afterwards to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
  • Helps in planning and implementation of both in-season and out-of-season conditioning and weight programs.
  • Never criticizes, admonishes or argues with the Head Coach or any staff member within ears or eyes of players or parents.
  • Strives to improve skills by attending clinics and using resources made available by the Head Coach.
  • Attends most of the contests, when possible, of other teams in the program.
  • Will be suspended from the subsequent game if ejected by an official during a contest.
  • Performs such other duties that are consistent with the nature of the position and that may be requested by the Head Coach.

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