Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:
The Assistant Coach, Track & Field will assist the head coach with the organization, development, and implementation of a competitive NCAA Division I Track & Field program that competes at the highest level. This position will have a primary coaching responsibility to support the male and female throwers in all throwing disciplines. Applicants must have NCAA coaching experience in the throwing events. Additional responsibilities include managing home meets, recruiting, program administration, fundraising, community service, and alumni outreach. The Assistant Coach will be expected to develop and maintain effective interaction with students, colleagues, university staff, alumni, and the general public. The Assistant Coach will possess strong knowledge of and a commitment to compliance with all NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and university rules and regulations, as well as a dedication to the full academic development of student-athletes.

Physical Demands:
The scope of the position frequently requires working weekends and evenings (Non-standard work hours). While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee operates a computer and other office devices such as telephones, copy machines, etc.; Constantly moves about the facility and event site before, during, and after events to service clients; and constantly communicates via telephone, email, and in person with others to exchange accurate information. Standing, walking, kneeling/crouching, balancing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Preferences:
Demonstrated success working with an NCAA Division I collegiate program in the throwing events is preferred, along with other relevant background qualifications.

Licenses/Certifications: NA

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, and References (3)

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:
The Assistant Coach, Track & Field will assist the head coach with the organization, development, and implementation of a competitive NCAA Division I Track & Field program that competes at the highest level. This position will have a primary coaching responsibility to support the male and female throwers in all throwing disciplines. Applicants must have NCAA coaching experience in the throwing events. Additional responsibilities include managing home meets, recruiting, program administration, fundraising, community service, and alumni outreach. The Assistant Coach will be expected to develop and maintain effective interaction with students, colleagues, university staff, alumni, and the general public. The Assistant Coach will possess strong knowledge of and a commitment to compliance with all NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and university rules and regulations, as well as a dedication to the full academic development of student-athletes.

Physical Demands:
The scope of the position frequently requires working weekends and evenings (Non-standard work hours). While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee operates a computer and other office devices such as telephones, copy machines, etc.; Constantly moves about the facility and event site before, during, and after events to service clients; and constantly communicates via telephone, email, and in person with others to exchange accurate information. Standing, walking, kneeling/crouching, balancing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Preferences:
Demonstrated success working with an NCAA Division I collegiate program in the throwing events is preferred, along with other relevant background qualifications.

Licenses/Certifications: NA

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, and References (3)

Best Consideration Date: August 5, 2025

Posting Close Date: NA

Open Until Filled: Yes

Financial Disclosure Required

No

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Department

PRES-ICA-Other Men's Sports

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$60,000 - $67,000

Benefits Summary

For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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