Assistant Track And Field Coach (Part-Time) - WVU Tech (Beckley)

West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech), part of the WVU system of campuses located in Beckley, WV is currently inviting applications for a part-time Assistant Track and Field Coach.

About the Opportunity:

As the Assistant Coach, you will be responsible for assisting the head coach and managing all aspects of a collegiate men's and women's track & field program. Your work in this position will primarily focus on assisting head coach in player development.

Assignment length: 12 months

Work Hours: 11.25 hours per week

What you'll do:

• Assist the Head Coach with responsibilities as required for an NAIA Division I or NCAA Division II Program.

• On field coaching responsibilities as assigned by the head coach.

• Assess with preparation for competitions.

• Assist in evaluating talent in current and prospective student-athletes.

• Assist in organizing and conducting a strength conditioning program.

• Assist in coordinating team meetings, athletic study halls, work outs, etc.

• Assist in monitoring the academic progress, retention rates and graduation rates of student-athletes

• Assist in disciplining and monitoring conduct of student-athletes.

• Remain current and adhere to all Institutional, NCAA and/or NAIA rules.

• Assist in compiling annual inventories and preparing for equipment purchases according to state purchasing policies.

• Assist in maintaining a competitive team.

• Assist with recruiting quality student athletes that meets the criteria established by the Athletic Administration.

• Assist with organizing pre-game activities

• Other duties as assigned by the head coach and/or the Director of Athletics.

• Bachelor's Degree required.

• A minimum of two (2) years of collegiate playing experience and/or,

• A minimum of one (1) year of successful coaching experience.

• Collegiate track& field experience.

• The candidate will be responsible for assisting the Head Track & Field Coach in the development of the throwing events (shot, discus, weight & hammer).

• Ability to work positively with administration, athletic department staff, students and the Director of Athletics in developing and maintaining a good working relationship with the institution and the community.

• Excellent computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful coaching experience preferred.