Assistant Track & Field Coach

Position Summary :

The intercollegiate athletics program is an integral part of the university striving to achieve the same standards of excellence in athletics that exist within academic programs.

The program is concerned with the physical and mental welfare of the student and strives to ensure that every student-athlete has the opportunity to succeed academically and obtain a degree.

Sport programs are a vital function of the University at large.

The position will be responsible for assisting the Director of Track and Field in organizing, preparing, and conducting individual and team practices, training and competition.

Will also assist with home meet organization, management, set up and other administrative duties as assigned.

Job Duties :

• Candidates must be able to teach proper technique and skill development in various aspects of track and field.
• Candidates should have a complete and thorough understanding of track and field and be able to instruct student-athletes in small group and one-on-one settings.
• This position requires the ability to help recruit potential student-athletes.
• Previous coaching and / or playing experience on the college level is highly desired.
• The ability to identify and recruit student-athletes is required.
• This position requires well-developed communication skills, as well as strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings is required.

This position requires extensive travel.

Minimum Qualifications :

1. Education : Bachelor’s degree is required.

2. Experience : Four (4) years minimum coaching experience at Division I Level.

Prior Collegiate, International, or Olympic trials competitive experience.

3. Certification / Registration / Licensing : USATF Level I Certification

4. Ability :

• Computer skills
• Knowledge and adherence to NCAA, Conference, State, Institutional, and Department rules and regulations.
• Motivation skills
• Commitment to working with multi-cultural populations and have an awareness of issues affecting women and minorities.
• Organizational and Management Skills
• Supervision Athletes, Student Assistant Coaches, Summer Staff)
• Public Speaking / Fundraising
• Counseling / Advising Skills

5. Special Considerations : Preferred qualifications include four years of successful coaching, master's degree in kinesiology or similar academic discipline and coaching experience at NCAA Division 1 Level.