Assistant Track and Field Coach

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.

Accountabilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred and two (2) years of related experience.
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of individuals.
• A valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Effective organizational and communication skills.