Assistant Track & Field Coach - Sprints/Hurdles/Relays

Job Title Assistant Track & Field Coach - Sprints/Hurdles/Relays Agency East Texas A&M University Department Athletics Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Commerce, Texas Job Type Staff Summary The Assistant Track and Field Coach is responsible for assisting with the management, coaching and oversight of all phases of the program. Duties & Responsibilities Ensures adherence to all rules and regulations of East Texas A&M University, the Southland Conference and the NCAA. Completes data entry related tasks, creates and maintains files and creates and provides statistical analysis. Responsible for equipment inventory and requisition. Coordinates housing needs of intersessions and pre-game meals with campus cafeteria. Assists visiting teams with practice times and other necessary arrangements. Assists with camp organization and clinic administration. Assists with recruiting organization and activities. Responsible for recruiting and public relations with high school and community college transfer athletes upon taking and passing the NCAA Recruiting Test. Assists with player development, training, study table, etc. Assists with student-athlete admission/retention concerns. Participates in practice and training sessions. Organizes track meets. Assists with organization of conditioning programs in conjunction with Director of Strength and Conditioning. Drive university or rental vehicle for team travel or recruiting. Participates in University and public speaking appearances and gatherings. Assists with all athletic events as determined by Athletic Administration and Track and Field Head Coach. Organizes, participates and supervises team activities. Minimum Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree. Experience: 2 years of collegiate coaching in track and field and/or cross country. Knowledge / Skills: Demonstrated knowledge of track and field terminology and skill level. Prior meet preparation experience. Ability to accumulate, organize, decipher and interpret recruiting notes. Must be self-motivated and team-oriented. Excellent interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Individuals must have good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends. Licensing/Professional Certifications: Valid Driver’s license. Physical Requirements: None. Other Requirements: None. Preferred Education / Skills/ Experience Master’s Degree. Prior experience coaching vertical jumps and the multi-event area in Division I. Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA Division I rules. Competitive Benefits & Work-Life Balance Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance. ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums. 12-15 days of annual paid holidays, plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month. Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with optional additional retirement plans (ORP). Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees. Career Growth & Development Access to cutting-edge research opportunities at a designated R2 Research Institution. Academic Excellence ETAMU is ranked among the top 30% in five online degree programs and offers national recognized academic programs. Over 140 degree programs, including nationally ranked online and graduate options. First accredited institution to offer a competency-based bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Distance education offerings in Corsicana, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Mesquite, Bryan, and online. State-of-the-Art Facilities Work in advanced facilities such as the 113,470-square-foot Nursing and Health Sciences Building, featuring a state-of-the-art simulation hospital and a 1,300-acre agricultural research farm. Vibrant Campus Life Engage with over 95 student organizations and 14 NCAA Division I athletic teams, contributing to a thriving campus community. Prime Location & Growth Enjoy the benefits of working in rapidly growing regions, with abundant career opportunities at six locations across Dallas and Northeast Texas. Visit us on our social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and ETAMU News All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. 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