Assist. Track and Field Coach, Sprints Hurdle

EXPIRED

POSITION SUMMARY:  

Serve as one of the assistant track & field coaches who works primarily with sprinters and hurdlers. The coach will assist with recruiting, practice planning, meet preparation, and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach. The ideal candidate will have experience coaching sprints and hurdles at the high school, collegiate, or club level, with a strong understanding of biomechanics, periodization, and Christ–like care for their athletes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with recruiting qualified student-athletes
• Design and lead daily sprint and hurdle workouts
• Provide individualized technical feedback and support
• Monitor academic progress and well-being of student-athletes
• Collaborate with other event coaches and athletic staff

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous coaching experience in sprints and hurdles

POSITION SUMMARY:  

Serve as one of the assistant track & field coaches who works primarily with sprinters and hurdlers. The coach will assist with recruiting, practice planning, meet preparation, and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach. The ideal candidate will have experience coaching sprints and hurdles at the high school, collegiate, or club level, with a strong understanding of biomechanics, periodization, and Christ–like care for their athletes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with recruiting qualified student-athletes
• Design and lead daily sprint and hurdle workouts
• Provide individualized technical feedback and support
• Monitor academic progress and well-being of student-athletes
• Collaborate with other event coaches and athletic staff

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous coaching experience in sprints and hurdles
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• CPR/AED certification or willingness to obtain.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Mid-America Christian University

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Previous coaching experience in sprints and/or hurdles at the high school, collegiate, or club level required.
• Experience with strength and conditioning principles and biomechanics preferred.
• Background in recruiting or working within collegiate athletics is highly desirable.
• Demonstrates ability to mentor and spiritually support student-athletes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to tolerate frequent standing, walking, running and moving across athletic fields and tracks. Work is performed outdoors in varying weather. Must be able to lift and carry equipment (e.g., hurdles, starting blocks) up to 50 lbs. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Faith-based campus environment that fosters community, discipleship, and personal growth.
• Collaborative and mission-driven athletic program
• Expectations include modeling Christian character and integrating faith into coaching and mentoring
• Office, track, and field settings with frequent interaction with student-athletes, staff, and faculty.

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