Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Track & Field-Throws

Pomona College • Claremont, MN

106d • $16

About The Position

Assistant Coach, Men’s and Women’s Track & Field-Throws ABOUT POMONA COLLEGE AND PITZER COLLEGE: Pomona College and Pitzer College are members of the Claremont Colleges, a consortium of five undergraduate institutions and two graduate institutions in Claremont, CA. The 21 varsity Pomona-Pitzer Athletic teams comprise of students from both colleges, and compete in the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC) and the NCAA Division III. POSITION SUMMARY: Responsibilities include assisting the head coaches with the organization and implementation of practice plans and instruction for Shot Put, Discus, Hammer, and Javelin; developing competition-day strategies and tactical planning; assessing and recruiting potential student-athletes; evaluating competition sites and creating scouting reports; assisting with home meet hosting duties, camps, and clinic operations; supporting player communication and feedback; overseeing team equipment; and assisting with the management of social media accounts. The Assistant Coach should be familiar with, and remain compliant with, college, SCIAC, and NCAA Division III rules and procedures. The department is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds. Candidates may work up to 20 hours per week, with the potential for additional duties beyond their assistant coach responsibilities, which may include serving as a home contest manager, working alongside the Assistant Athletic Director for Operations and Events, supporting athletics communications, assisting with club sports, overseeing the Athletic Performance Center, contributing to the Center for Athletics, Recreation, and Wellness, and serving on department committees.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience required
• Previous playing or coaching experience is required
• Must be available for extensive weekend and evening hours during the season
• Travel will be required

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds

Responsibilities

• Assist head coaches with organization and implementation of practice plans and instruction for Shot Put, Discus, Hammer, and Javelin
• Develop competition-day strategies and tactical planning
• Assess and recruit potential student-athletes
• Evaluate competition sites and create scouting reports
• Assist with home meet hosting duties, camps, and clinic operations
• Support player communication and feedback
• Oversee team equipment
• Assist with management of social media accounts

Benefits

• Hourly rate of $16.50
• Flexible hours ranging from 20-35 hours expected during competitive seasons
• Opportunity for additional duties beyond assistant coach responsibilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed