Assistant Track and Field Coach

Franklin & Marshall College • Lancaster, CA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Franklin & Marshall College is recruiting for a part-time Assistant Track & Field Coach. This position focuses on the development of student-athletes, prioritizing academic success, athletic excellence, and personal growth. The Assistant Coach is responsible for on-court/field coaching, recruitment, compliance monitoring, and administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience coaching Track and Field.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite Products (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, Drive).
• Current CPR, AED, and first aid certification required.
• Must pass the NCAA Division III Coaches Test.
• Ability and willingness to provide excellent service and to work in a collegial manner with students, faculty and staff, and other constituencies is essential.
• Evidence of a commitment to community and belonging.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of background checks.
• This position works with minors (non F&M students under the age of 18).

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction, mentoring, coaching, evaluation and guidance to student-athletes.
• Determine appropriate coaching methods and strategies in consultation with the Head Coach.
• Provide assistance in scheduling and organizing games & meets.
• Develop and communicate practice schedules.
• Facilitate the implementation and maintenance of a standard of performance consistent with the College's goals of academic and athletic excellence.
• Promote academic achievement among athletes.
• Assist in coordination and logistics of official and unofficial campus visits by prospective student athletes.
• Maintain communications with parents and students as directed by the Head Coach.
• Assure facilities and equipment are prepared in advance of practice sessions and games/meets/matches.
• Report & monitor proper maintenance of equipment and practice and contest facilities to ensure safe playing conditions.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Access to all College facilities, including dining venues
• Free access to recreation and fitness facilities for the employee dependent family members
• Free access to College libraries
• Free or reduced access to most College performances, lectures, and events
• On-site professional development workshops
• Health and wellness activities
• Discounts on Lancaster YMCA memberships
• Discounts on long-term care insurance
• Discounts on the campus bookstore

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED