Head Track and Field Coach

WORKING TITLE: Head Track and Field Coach

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

POSITION LOCATION: Morganton

POSTING DATE: 01/14/2025

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

POSITION TYPE: Temporary part-time, Exempt

HOURLY RATE: $2,800 Stipend

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NCSSM and the Athletics Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we are strongly committed to increasing faculty and staff diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.

Description of Duties:

Coaches are responsible for organizing and maintaining an Interscholastic team. Coaches are expected to create an atmosphere which will promote group and individual growth both in athletic skills and the concepts of teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.

Coaches should have a thorough knowledge of all NCSSM and NCHSAA athletic policies and be responsible for their implementation for their team. Coaches work with the NCSSM athletics department to communicate expectations and information to student athletes on their teams. Coaches are required to be CPR certified and to complete NFHS coursework as required by the NCHSAA. Coaches will be required to drive school vehicles so they must have a clean driving record. CDL preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the sport of track, techniques, and ability to plan and facilitate practical activities throughout the spring season. The responsibilities will include assisting with the design of practice planning, administering practice implantation, organizing and helping facilitate travel logistics, organizing meet preparation, and managing meet day preparation.

Minimum Education and Experience:

High school diploma.