Assistant Track & Field Coach - Throwing Events

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Full Consideration Date:

08/08/2025

Job Description:

Primary Function:  Assists head coach with coaching duties during practice sessions and competition with an emphasis in throwing events; assists or coordinates recruiting activities; travels with the team to all contests as directed; directs preparation for home meets/matches; participates in university athletics department fundraising activities; and performs other duties as assigned by the head coach.

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree plus at least one year of collegiate track and field coaching experience in throwing events required. Student or volunteer experience will be considered. Must abide by the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference, and the University of Northern Iowa. 

Position Details:

Job Category: Professional and Scientific
Type of Position: Contract
Service Schedule: Calendar Year
 

If you are a current University of Northern Iowa employee and would like to apply for this position, login to UNI Works and type “Find Jobs” in the search bar to view and apply for open positions.

Full Consideration Date:

08/08/2025

Job Description:

Primary Function:  Assists head coach with coaching duties during practice sessions and competition with an emphasis in throwing events; assists or coordinates recruiting activities; travels with the team to all contests as directed; directs preparation for home meets/matches; participates in university athletics department fundraising activities; and performs other duties as assigned by the head coach.

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree plus at least one year of collegiate track and field coaching experience in throwing events required. Student or volunteer experience will be considered. Must abide by the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference, and the University of Northern Iowa. 

Position Details:

Job Category: Professional and Scientific
Type of Position: Contract
Service Schedule: Calendar Year
 

Application Instructions:

Applications received by August 8, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

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Compensation:
$40,000 to Commensurate
Pay Basis: Salary

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