Part Time Assistant Coach - Track & Field Coach

MIDLAND UNIVERSITY • Fremont, NE

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About The Position

Midland University is seeking a dedicated part-time Assistant Track & Field Coach to support its track and field program. Reporting to the Head Coach, this role assists with day-to-day training, event execution, and prospective athlete outreach on a flexible, part-time basis.

The assistant coach supports practices, training sessions, and competitions; helps with technical instruction and workout plans; coordinates meet logistics and team travel; and assists with recruitment outreach and campus visits. The role also ensures activities comply with NAIA, conference, and institutional regulations and promotes a respectful, integral, student-focused team culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
• Solid working knowledge of track and field training and event principles.
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, with a positive mindset and ability to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Ability to work a flexible part-time schedule, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed during competition seasons.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of track and field coaching or competitive collegiate and/or high school experience.
• Education or Human Performance focus for the relevant bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach during daily practices, training sessions, and competitions for track and field events.
• Help execute technical instruction, workout plans, and competition-day preparation strategies.
• Help coordinate equipment, facility preparation, and event execution for track meets and team travel.
• Support targeted recruitment efforts as directed by the Head Coach, including prospective athlete outreach and campus visits.
• Ensure activities comply with NAIA, conference, and institutional regulations.
• Serve as a positive role model, exemplifying respect, integrity, and student-focused decision-making.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time