What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Track and Field Coach position at ROCKHURST UNIVERSITY?
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Description
Rockhurst University is seeking applications for our Assistant Track and Field Coach. This position is needed to help supervise and recruit a full roster of student-athletes, ensuring a positive student-athlete experience. This position is performed in a fast-paced athletic environment. There will be on and off-track responsibilities, along with some administrative tasks. The schedule is non-traditional in nature. Work in this area requires knowledge of track and field, ability to participate in practice responsibilities, and a focus on recruiting prospective student-athletes. Some travel is involved.
Accountabilities (these are the ‘big picture' responsibilities)
- Recruitment – Video evaluation, on campus visits, attending in person meets and tournaments
- Assist with team travel – organizing lodging, team travel, and dining
- Compliance – Pass all NCAA and institutional modules, participate in mandatory trainings, monitor and access Teamworks software
- Practice planning – Assist coach with creating and running practices and other off court sessions
- Meet Preparation – Scout and breakdown opponent video to prepare a game day plan. Evaluate statistics.
- Academic Success – Assist coach in monitoring academic success and progress towards degree. Assist with strategies that align with academic commitment.
- Instruct – Motivate and instruct athletes in a practice and competitive environment, both on and off the track.
- Cross Country – may have to assist cross country with select activities in certain situations.
- Events – Assist with Track and Field related alumni or community engagement events.
Classification Summary:
This is a non-contractual position but is subject to annual renewal of appointment based on performance and departmental needs.
Minimum Education and/or Training and Experience:
Bachelors degree in a related field preferred and two (2) years of related experience.
Required Knowledge:
- Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of individuals.
- A valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Effective organizational and communication skills
Applicants should submit a cover letter with salary expectations and three professional references. Rockhurst cannot accept any application materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.) by email, mail, or walk-in. All applications and application materials must be submitted through our online application system.
Rockhurst University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Rockhurst uses E-Verify.
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