Colorado State Schneider began his career in coaching at his
alma mater, working as a
graduate assistant for three seasons. In
1997 he was given a promotion to become the team's special teams coordinator and tight ends coach, and he held both positions until after the
2002 season.
UCLA In February 2003, Schneider joined UCLA's coaching staff and stayed there for three years working with the linebackers and safeties in addition to his duties coaching the special teams for the Bruins.
Iowa State In 2006, Schneider once again coached tight ends in addition to the special teams, this time for
Dan McCarney at Iowa State.
Oakland Raiders Originally hired to coach for the
Air Force Academy, after a call, Schneider made the leap to the NFL. In
2007 and
2008, Schneider was the special team's coordinator for the
Oakland Raiders. In both seasons,
Shane Lechler was voted into the
Pro Bowl and led the league in
punting.
USC Schneider spent
2009 working under
Pete Carroll Seattle Seahawks Following Carroll to the NFL, Schneider became the special teams coordinator for the
Seattle Seahawks, a position he held for 11 years until he left on September 11, 2020, During his time with the Seahawks, he won his first Super Bowl title when the Seahawks defeated the Denver Broncos in
Super Bowl XLVIII.
Jacksonville Jaguars On January 22, 2021, it was announced that Schneider would be returning to coaching as a part of
Urban Meyer's staff. He was named the team's special teams coordinator. On May 22, 2021, he stepped away from the Jaguars indefinitely for personal reasons.
San Francisco 49ers On March 7, 2022, it was announced that Schneider would be hired as the special teams coordinator for the
San Francisco 49ers. Schneider was fired by the 49ers on January 7, 2025.
Washington Commanders On February 18, 2025, Schneider was hired as the assistant special teams coordinator for the
Washington Commanders. == Personal life ==