Club Sports Head Track & Field Coach

Position Summary

The Head Track & Field Coach is responsible for recruiting and retaining players, planning and conducting practices, coaching during games, and managing other administrative responsibilities associated with the team.  This part-time position runs from September 1st to May 15th each academic year.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the recruitment of prospective students who meet university admission standards.
• Responsible for all league-required paperwork, as well as understanding all associated rules.
• Responsible for retention of team members, particularly first-year students, and ensuring their transition into college is seamless.
• Work with club sports staff to develop a cohesive program and highlight those via social media and the Club Media website.
• Develop a recruitment Plan beyond the upcoming season. 
• Communicate and collaborate with the department regarding practice and game times/dates.
• Prepare, plan, and coordinate practice schedules each week and provide proper and high-quality instruction to student-athletes to ensure all team members are prepared for competition.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Training staff regarding player safety and medical needs.  
• Oversee all game day operations including game planning, transportation, and game roster, in conjunction with other coaching staff.
• Work closely with the Associate Director for Club Sports & Intramurals on the preparation of the season, schedule, and recruitment.
• Responsible for ongoing recruitment and retention of student-athletes.
• Manage coaching staff and student manager staff as hired by the Club Sports department.
• Foster strong, professional relationships with league representatives and officials, consistently demonstrating positive sportsmanship and conduct that reflects the University’s mission and values.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Attributes

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

• 1-3 years of coaching experience at the high school, prep, junior, or collegiate level 

• Must be willing and available to work nights and weekends, as the majority of games are Friday-Sunday 

• Possess experience working with diverse staff, including college-age students 

• Must maintain coaching certification or have the ability to acquire certification
• CPR/First Aid Certification

Unusual Working Conditions

Weeknights and weekend availability are required.

Pre-Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.