Assistant Coach, Track and Field (Jumps)

Assistant Coach, Track and Field (Jumps) Reports To: Executive Director, Athletics, Recreation and Wellness Recruitment Type: External/Internal Requisition ID: req5788 Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff Union Position: Non-Union Work Schedule: Evenings, Weekends, and travel. Number of Openings: 1

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the head coach, organizes and administers all matters related to Track and Field and enforces all rules and regulations of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJACC), Cuyahoga Community College (Tri‑C), and the Ohio Community College Athletic Conference (OCCAC). Provides instruction in fundamentals, strategy, and physical training to achieve individual and team success and enforces regulations concerning conditioning, training and player safety.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assists the head coach with all practice sessions and games Ensures compliance with NJCAA, OCCAC, and Tri‑C rules and regulations Attends staff meetings when called by the head coach or Executive Director, Athletics, Wellness & Recreation Provides emergency first aid and medical care in absence of the trainer Enforces rules and regulations concerning conditioning of players and training rules affecting health and safety Assists with the recruitment of student‑athletes and scouting opponents Assists with establishing and enforcing team rules Assists with conducting clinics, practices, and tournaments Carries out other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and the Executive Director, Athletics, Wellness & Recreation Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience/Training High School diploma or GED Minimum one year of experience coaching track and field and recruiting student athletes Current or renewable Cardio‑pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification Current or renewable First Aid or Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) Certification Commitment to student success Sensitivity to the needs of a diverse population Experience making sound decisions that affect a work unit or team Experience requiring diverse problem‑solving methods in a variety of situations Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Basic knowledge of fundamental track and field coaching concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in varied situations Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Strong organizational and time‑management skills Basic‑level skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

COMPETENCIES

Critical Competencies Service Focus Communication Quality of Work

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience/Training Track and Field coaching experience at the high school or college level Experience/expertise working with students with learning disabilities or special education

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a normal, professional office environment Work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated Employee may sit comfortably and perform repetitive computer tasks; walking, standing, bending, carrying light items common; may walk and stand during travel to meetings and conferences Late afternoon practice; weekend games and travel

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce and is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution. Special Note To be hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands on the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cuyahoga Community College