Assistant Coach - Track & Field (PT)

Mohawk Valley Community College•Utica, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Mohawk Valley Community College is seeking an Assistant Coach for the Athletics department, specifically for the Track & Field team. This role assists the Head Coach in managing the team, which is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). The college is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education and fostering student success through various pathways. The MVCC Hawks athletic program is extensive and diverse, offering opportunities for student athletes to achieve their academic and athletic goals.

Requirements

Associate degree or a minimum of 60 completed college credits
Valid driver's license at the time of hire and for duration of employment
Ability to travel
Ability to work a flexible schedule

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two (2) years of playing and/or coaching experience

Responsibilities

Assists Head Coach with recruitment and retention efforts of student athletes.
Assists Head Coach in guiding student athletes with accomplishing their academic and athletic goals.
Assists Head Coach in ensuring the safety and well-being of student athletes.
Complies with all institutional and departmental policies and procedures, Athletic Department Handbook and National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) by-laws and eligibility rules.
Assists Head Coach in ensuring student athletes understand the relationship between academics and athletics and the concept of student athlete.
Assists Head Coach with completion of all necessary institutional, departmental, and NJCAA paperwork and correspondence.
Assists Head Coach with program goals and direction.
Assumes head coaching duties and responsibilities in the event the Head Coach is unable to perform those duties.
To be present anytime members of the team are assembled in an official capacity unless alternative arrangements are made with the Head Coach.
Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.