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27-02 Part-Time Assistant Track & Field Coach – Athletics Department

West Chester UniversityWest Chester University, PA
Onsite

About The Position

Join a vibrant equity-minded campus whose excellence is reflected in its community, cultural engagement, and student success. The Department of Athletics invites applicants for a Part-Time Assistant Track & Field Coach position. This a Part-Time, salaried, 12-month position with benefits. West Chester University is an NCAA Division II member of the highly competitive Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). The Department of Athletics prepares our student athletes for life-long success by providing opportunities for them to excel in the classroom, in competition and in the community. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good. The Part-Time Assistant Coach for Track & Field and Cross Country assists the Head Coach in all aspects of administering and operating an NCAA Division II program. The incumbent coaches assigned event groups, recruits qualified prospective student-athletes, coordinates home meet operations, and supporting the administrative functions of the program. This position requires regular afternoon, evening, and weekend availability, including travel with the team to all competitions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills to be a positive role model and representative of the university. The person will travel extensively on both weekdays and weekends and may be expected to drive university vehicles to practices and competitions. The Assistant Coach will collaborate with other departmental staff to ensure student success.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience coaching across multiple track and field discipline at the college level
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit and mentor student-athletes
  • Experience operating electronic timing systems (e.g., FinishLynx) and/or meet management software
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in writing & verbally, and present dynamically to a variety of constituents
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and ability to travel with the team, including driving team vans (15-passenger van)
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and a flexible schedule during the academic year

Nice To Haves

  • Experience recruiting prospective student-athletes at the collegiate level
  • Experience coordinating collegiate athletic events or home competitions
  • Experience with recruiting and roster management platforms (e.g., ARMS, Teamworks, DirectAthletics, Athletic.net)
  • Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and compliance procedures

Responsibilities

  • Coach assigned event groups and provide technical instruction, practice planning, and competition preparation
  • Develop and implement training plans in collaboration with the coaching staff
  • Assist with the recruiting of prospective student athletes
  • Serve in a leadership role for home meet administration, including meet operations, event management, and volunteer coordination
  • Complete NCAA compliance documentation, including required practice and recruiting records
  • Assist with fundraising initiatives, camps, clinics, and alumni engagement
  • Work collaboratively with athletic training, strength and conditioning, and academic support staff to promote student-athlete success
  • Assume primary responsibility for assigned administrative and operational duties as delegated by the Head Coach
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach

Benefits

  • Benefits

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