Assistant Track & Field Coach, Distance

Position Summary The Assistant Track & Field / XC coach is responsible for assisting the head distance coach in all aspects of training and coaching student athletes with an emphasis on middle distance and distance running as well as cross country. Key Responsibilities Assist head coach with preparing training programs for all student-athletes who participate in middle distance and distance running including cross country Assess the skill development of each student-athlete, and partner with school staff and performance coaches to ensure their ongoing comprehensive development Assist with the psychological preparation of the student-athlete in both pre-meet and post-meets Develop a motivational approach to practices and meets Interact with the student-athlete as a mentor and as an educator of the sport Responsible for delivering a high-quality program that aids in the annual retention of student-athletes Assist in the college placement of the student-athlete Support and maintain a high level of understanding of the four-year model for the Academy program student-athlete Effectively communicate to student-athletes and their parents/guardians Partner with the student-athlete’s parent/guardian regarding their overall development Assist sport advisors in generating new leads and maintaining an accurate pipeline for enrollments Ensure that proper safety is maintained Travel to tournaments and other events as needed Coach at Track & Field and Cross Country camps held at IMG Academy Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Experience in coaching and/or competing in Track & Field at the professional and/or collegiate level Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field Proficiency in all Track & Field training and instructional techniques with an emphasis on endurance events Strong commitment to student-athletes and their development academically, athletically, and socially Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues Excellent written and verbal communication skills Commitment to comprehensive excellence Preferred Skills Bilingual USA Track and Field Level of certification and/or IAAF Level of certification in the Endurance Events CPR Certification Valid driver’s license with ability to drive for tournaments, games, travel Physical Demands And Work Environment Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment in excess of 40 pounds Ability to handle outdoor conditions for a reasonable period of time Ability to move around campus including gym, track and field stadium etc. Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays Background Requirements Requires a background check upon offer Requires a drug test upon offer Benefits Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options 401k with an Employer Match Short Term and Long Term Disability Group and Supplemental Life & AD&D Gym Discount Program Pet Insurance Wellbeing Program and more! IMG Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr IMG Academy