What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Track and Field Coach position at Bethel University?
Job Summary
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The Assistant Track and Field Coach assists the Head Track and Field Coach with practice and training planning, player development, team management, scouting, recruiting and strategy. This position is also responsible for overseeing the functionality of the Track and Field team and an auxiliary role for the athletic department.
Responsibilities
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1. Program Management – 20%
- Assist the Head coach with practice planning, organization and implementation.
- Assist the head coach with game preparation and implementation.
- Assist the head coach to align with MIAC and NCAA policies.
- Assist the head coach with all program logistics.
2. Player Development - 20%
- Assist the head coach with player development athletically, spiritually and academically.
3. Player Recruitment - 20%
- Identify, evaluate and recruit student athletes that are excellent athletically, academically and personally.
- Assist the head coach to maintain identified roster sizes.
4. Additional Athletic Department Responsibilities - 40%
- This position will oversee the daily operations and programming of the Student Recreation Center (SRC), ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for students and other users.
- Collaborate with campus partners to support wellness initiatives and recreational programming.
- Assist with other departmental needs and responsibilities as assigned by the Athletic Director.
Required Skills
:- Must be an effective, inspiring leader.
- Must be a clear communicator.
- Must be able to mentor students personally and spiritually.
- Must be strategic and forward thinking.
- Must be organized.
- Must be detail oriented.
- Must be technologically inclined.
- Expertise in Track and Field strategy and tactics.
- Must be able to provide constructive feedback.
Required Experience:
- 1 years of experience coaching Track and Field at the NCAA Level OR
- 3 years of experience coaching Track and Field at the High School Level OR
- Experience as a highly competitive student-athlete
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s degree.
Additional Information
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Travel: This position requires frequent local travel and regional and national travel.
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as desktop and/or laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones.
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university in which all employees are expected to have a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of the
University, and an agreement to abide by all University policies.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The job requires extended periods of sitting and traversing the Bethel Campus on a regular basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure people are able to perform the essential functions. Physical activity is required based on the specific requirements of the sport this position coaches.
The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Expected Hours of Work:
Typically, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, with the expectation to work specific schedules and hours as identified and communicated by management. Frequent evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. This is a 40 hour per week, 12 months per year position.
Bethel is committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees including health insurance, retirement plans, and a generous time off package. Learn more about these offerings here.
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Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.
Bethel University’s Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.
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