Football Analyst

ATH PROFL 4 (004151)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_361

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

4/18/2024 3:02:25 PM

Date Last Edited:

4/18/2024 3:02:18 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

6000O

Organization:

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS              

Division Code:

5501D

Division:

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS              

Department:

374500 - INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_361

Position Description ID

172367

UC Payroll Title:

ATH PROFL 4 (004151)

Business Title:

Football Analyst

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 20

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

1 - Staff: Contract

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40062272

Reports to Payroll Title:

HEAD COACH 5

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40713754

Department Head Payroll Title:

ATH MGR 4 PAC12

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Head Football Coach, and in collaboration with Assistant Coaches, the Football Analyst provides analytical information regarding all aspects of team strategy, schematics and philosophy including Offense, Defense and Special Teams from both the perspective of UCLA and opponents. The Football Analyst will work directly with coaches and staff to review, breakdown, and implement various aspects and strategies of the UCLA Offense, Defense and Special Teams from an internal perspective. Candidate must have ability and in-depth knowledge to:

- Self-Scout UCLA Offensive, Defensive and Special Team schemes and game plans and create reports.

- Study and generate reports relative to other schemes in College football and the NFL, in order to incorporate various scheme ideas into the UCLA Football system.

- Complete daily office tasks.

- Create and maintain practice plans, statistical reports, practice cards, video cut up's, presentations and game plans.

- Focus on specific areas of game plans as needed and work with coaches and other staff to put team and program in best position to succeed each week.

- Facilitate the creation of playbooks, video playbooks and game books.

- Create strategic game plans for all opponents, including noting specific tendencies and trends

Incumbent will be assigned to a specific scheme, rotating as needed. Incumbent will also be involved in developing, promoting and supporting the operational and strategic aspects the Football Program. Employee will work directly with the Head Football Coach, Assistant Coaching Staff, Chief of Staff, and the Recruiting Office.

Duties & Tasks

 • Work with the coaches in the off-season and regular season to plan, create, and implement Offensive, Defensive and Special Team philosophies for the Football program.

 • Responsible for assisting in the creation of the entire playbook. Works with each Position Coach to synthesize input into the playbook.

 • Responsible for collaborating with each Coach in creating game plans and strategy for each opponent.

 • Assist with grading players after each practice.

    ◦ Independently input and edit video from each practice into XOS video system.

 • Attend Team, staff and player meetings, synthesize information and assist with opponent scouting.

 • Break down each opponent’s system and unit (offense, defense, special teams).

50%

Duties & Tasks

 • Break down each opponent’s system and unit (offense, defense, special teams).

 • Create and regularly update a statistical analysis of UCLA’s own offensive, defensive and special team tendencies. Produce weekly reports to coaching staff regarding trends in data.

 • Create a strategic practice game plan that replicates the opponent’s game plan and schemes.

20%

Recruiting Duties & Tasks

 • Work with the coaching and recruiting staff in the off-season to assist with on campus recruiting visits. This will include both unofficial and official visits to the UCLA Football program.

 • Responsible for assisting in creation of an individualized playbook presentation that will be presented to each prospective student athlete on a campus visit.

 • Responsible for collaborating with each Assistant Coach in creating recruiting plans and strategy for each prospective student athlete.

 • Assist with logistical tasks as related to recruiting visits.

 • Independently input and edit video for each prospective student athlete into XOS video system.

 • Attend all staff and recruiting meetings, synthesize information and assist scouting department and assistant coaches with recruiting.

15%

Administrative Responsibilities and Other Duties

 • Liaison with Chief of Staff, Director of Operations, and Sr Associate Athletic Director, and for any item that has budgetary implications.

 • Generate reports as needed in regards to team and opponent performance.

 • Collaborate with Operations and Recruiting staff to aid in creating and executing team events. 

 • Assist, on an as needed basis, with all official and unofficial visits as permitted by NCAA rules and regulations. 

 • Perform administrative duties as needed.

 • Assist the Head Coach, Assistant Coaches, Recruiting Staff, and Operations Staff with any projects, as necessary.

10%

Rules Compliance

• Comply with all Federal, State, University and Department requirements established pursuant to Title IX, including the mandatory reporting requirements for a “Responsible Employee.”

 • The DIA is governed by the NCAA, BIG10 and University of California.  The incumbent is required to comply with the applicable rules, regulations and policies of those organizations.

    ◦ Review and retain all rules compliance disseminated by the DIA Compliance office.

    ◦ Report all NCAA/BIG10 violations.

    ◦ Sign the annual NCAA Certification of Compliance form.

    ◦ Complete the Athletically Related Income form annually.

    ◦ Comply with California State Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) Law and adhere to mandatory reporting guidelines.

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

•

Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

•

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Required

Or

(5) Years

Incumbent must demonstrate proficiency and experience in coaching for a minimum of five years at the high school level. High School head coaching,

Required

College or NFL experience is strongly desired.

Preferred

Must have a thorough understanding of NCAA Division I Football and working knowledge of the daily operations of a NCAA Division I Football office.

Required

Incumbent must be skilled in managing and organizing personnel, equipment, and material resources in order to provide the most efficient working environment. 

Required

Must have the ability to analyze situations and systems, identify problems, and implement solutions impartially and fairly. Ability to make decisions on immediate problems within prescribed scope of authority, based on knowledge of policies and procedures, including pertinent NCAA rules/regulations.

Required

Ability to prioritize assignments to complete work in a timely manner when there are changes in assignments, deadlines, completing requirements, and workload.  Skill in organizing material, information, and people in a systematic way to optimize efficiency and minimize duplication of effort. 

Required

Proven skills in negotiating, exchanging ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate policies and programs and/or arrive jointly at decisions, conclusions or solutions. 

Required

Incumbent must have excellent writing and oral communication skills to communicate effectively at a variety of levels including officials of the NCAA and conference, administrators, staff, and coaches.

Required

Demonstrated writing skills to complete concise, effective and grammatically correct reports, policy statements, procedures and correspondence. 

Required

Ability to interact diplomatically with individuals of various backgrounds. Superior public relations skills, including outstanding interpersonal skills to establish & maintain effective working relationships with staff, faculty, recruits, parents, donors, conference and NCAA officials.

Required

Ability to perform under stress and maintain composure in the face of resistance, indifference or hostility.

Required

Ability to operate a computer with working knowledge of various computer software systems including: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, JumpForward, ProFootballFocus, VISIO, XOS Video System, and database entry.

Preferred

Have a thorough knowledge of various schemes.  Ability to create statistical reports on schemes and strategies.  Have a thorough knowledge of NCAA division 1 football recruiting and a demonstrated ability to assist both the coaching and recruiting staffs. 

Required

Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment to handle sensitive and confidential information/material with discretion.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

10%

May be required to travel for team activities; including home and away games.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Wasserman Football Center. Los Angeles, CA 90095

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.