Asst Coach Track and Field - 3486

Master's Degree required. The Assistant Coach of Track and Field must have significant knowledge of, and demonstrated success in, coaching track and field and possess excellent teaching and motivational skills. Ability required to work effectively in the environment of an academically demanding institution and abide by all NCAA Division II and institutional policies.

Dept of Athletics

Improve number of student-athletes supervised in strength & conditioning by a full-time certified athletic performance coach.
Implement new nutrition programming for student-athletes.
Improve full-time coach/student-athlete ratio in track & field as outlined in gender equity plan.

Coach throws and field position groups for track & field program, grow recruiting and participation numbers for men's and women's programs.

Supervise all track & field student-athletes in strength & conditioning as well as 2-3 other teams.
Implement and support new nutrition programming for student-athletes.

The Assistant Coach will work closely with the Head Coach to design, organize, implement, facilitate, oversee and evaluate all NCAA Division II sports programs. The Assistant Coach will report directly to the Head Coach.

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assigned coaching responsibilities for the team, including: recruiting student athletes, monitoring student academic progress, film analysis, and any other duty as assigned by the Head Coach. Additional duties include fund raising, planning and scheduling practices, games, transportation, meals and public relations. Additional administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics. The Assistant Coach will also teach as required.

Coaches will coordinate evening study hall under the leadership of the Center for Student Success.

The Assistant Coach must have significant knowledge of, and demonstrated success in, coaching the sport and possess excellent teaching and motivational skills. Ability required to work effectively in the environment of an academically demanding institution and abide by all NCAA Division II and institutional policies. A coach who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective actions as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures. Furthermore, a coach may be suspended for a period of time, without pay, or employment terminated if the coach is found to be involved in any negligent or deliberate or serious violation of NCAA regulations.

Measurable outcomes with student athlete rehabilitation and academic instruction.

nationally recognized strength & conditioning certification
CPR trained

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

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