Assistant Coach, Track & Field (Throws & Sports Performance)

Assistant Coach, Track & Field (Throws & Sports Performance)

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Assistant Coach, Track & Field (Throws & Sports Performance) at Belmont University. 

Employment Type 

Staff

Internal Job Category

Exempt (Staff)
Full-Time

Department

Coaching Staff

Hours 

Assistant Coach, Track & Field (Throws & Sports Performance)

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Assistant Coach, Track & Field (Throws & Sports Performance) at Belmont University. 

Employment Type 

Staff

Internal Job Category

Exempt (Staff)
Full-Time

Department

Coaching Staff

Hours 

37.5

| Primary Duties and
Responsibilities: |  

Under supervision of the head coach, this position will demonstrate expertise in all aspects of coaching student-athletes. Must commit to building a competitive, quality program that excels academically and on the field of play, while maintaining a positive image and reputation of the department, University, and conference at all times.

1. Assists head coach in all aspects related to running a NCAA D1 Cross Country and Track & Field program. Including but not limited to: organizing, recruiting, preparing, and conducting individual and team practices, training, and competition.
2. Oversees and coordinates one or more specified areas of a sporting discipline and/or components of a team, as appropriate to the sport being coached. Specifically, this individual will be responsible for coaching the throws events (throws: javelin, shot put, discus, weight and hammer).   
3. Organizes, prepares, and conducts performance training sessions with the Cross Country and Track & Field teams. 
4. Assist the Sports Performance staff in managing the athletic department's weight room facilities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: facility scheduling, equipment maintenance, supervision of daily weight room operations/activities, fuel station maintenance, performance staff meetings, etc.
5. Assists in the overall coordination of the relevant sports program with various operational and administrative aspects of the program, including but not limited to: coordinating team travel; assisting with institutional camps; coordinating and managing team equipment/apparel, etc.
6. Represents the sports program to various institutional entities and externally to media, government agencies, students, parents, and the general public.
7. Complies with all NCAA, Conference, University, and Department of Athletics policies.
8. The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements.  They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

| | Required Qualifications : |

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

• Form leaders of character;
• Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
• And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.

• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of throws events and sports performance.
• Demonstrated competitive coaching skills in area of sporting specialty.
• Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student-athletes, as well as athletic recruitment methods and techniques.
• Skilled in evaluating talent in order to recruit athletes to improve the program
• Ability to lead and guide Division I student-athletes in area of specialty to include identifying deficiencies and providing instruction to improve overall skill and performance.
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to respond to high-pressure situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Skilled in organizing and coordinating.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Thrives in an environment of teamwork, collaboration, and hard work.
• Ability to travel and work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

| |   |   | | Required Education | Bachelor's Degree required. Required certification/licensure in NSCA (CSCS) or CSCCa (SCCC).
| |   |   | | Required Experience | One to three years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. The ideal candidate will have experience coaching highly competitive track & field athletes, including throwing events, preferably at the NCAA Division 1 level; as well as strength and conditioning coaching experience. |

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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