Position title
Assistant Track and Field Coach (Throws)
Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Coaching Duties:

  • Assist the head coach in managing and directing the program related to throws events.
  • Support the head coach with all aspects of the program, including coaching all throws events, practices, player instruction, throws training programs, meet preparation, competition, and scheduling.
  • Coordinate transportation for team activities.
  • Assist with recruiting throwers and managing budget responsibilities.
  • Educate and mentor student-athletes in all aspects of their holistic development: mind, body, and spirit.
  • Ensure compliance with NCAA II rules and regulations and educate student-athletes about these rules.
  • Collaborate with athletic department personnel, attend department meetings and activities, and positively represent the University in all interactions.
  • Adhere to Walsh University policies and procedures, NCAA II compliance legislation, and conference rules. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action and/or termination.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and the Vice President for Athletics/Athletic Director.

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

  • Understanding and support of the Mission, Vision, and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University as a Catholic higher education institution, as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae.
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Experience in track & field throws events, with a preference for previous coaching experience.

Skills & Abilities:

  • Professional demeanor and ability to interact charitably with students, staff, and faculty. A positive attitude is essential.
  • Ability to instruct and supervise student-athletes.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, Outlook.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

  • Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
  • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods; exhibit manual dexterity; see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels; speak clearly; lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height; bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk, and reach overhead.
  • Handle and communicate over loud noises, such as whistles, crowd noise, yelling, and screaming.

Application Instructions: Applicants must submit a completed online application along with any additional documents requested by the search/interview committee. This may include a resume, unofficial transcripts, etc.

About Walsh University: Walsh University is a dynamic, energetic, and passionate institution, enthusiastic about the environment found on a private, values-based, Catholic liberal arts campus. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, a diverse community, and close student-teacher interactions. Committed to the Judeo-Christian tradition, diversity, and service learning, Walsh University is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to principles of equal opportunity.

 

Job Location
North Canton, OH
Career Listing Number

5940

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