Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Track & Field/Cross Country

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Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Track & Field/Cross Country

FLSA Status

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Job Title

Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Track & Field/Cross Country

FLSA Status

Exempt

Posted Salary Range

Commensurate with Experience

Employment Status

Full Time

Department

Track and Field

Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for coaching student athletes and assisting in the management and administration of the intercollegiate track and field program within the guidelines, rules and regulations of Alcorn State University, the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject sport Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations Strong knowledge of track & field/cross country skills and strategies Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal Strong coaching and recruiting skills Strong organizational skills Ability to recruit effectively Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community

Essential Job Functions

Assists with year round recruitment of high school and junior college players, including traveling to prospective games/events, phone calls and letters to both coaches and players Assists with delivering coaching instructions in a variety of learning styles Assists with pre/post workouts Ensures tapes/video equipment are prepared or home and away games and exchange tapes with opponents Records statistics for each game Represents Alcorn State University and the Men’s and Women’s Track & Field program in an professional manner

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degreeOne (1) year of collegiate coaching experience, including effective leadership, communications, coaching and recruiting preferred

Licensing and Certifications

N/A

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas

No

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds

Occasionally

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds

Frequently

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds

Frequently

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds

Travel

Frequently

Extended Work Hours

Frequently

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S978

Number of Vacancies

1

Location

Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

12/13/2023

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 3. Unofficial Transcripts 4. Letter of Recommendation (Professional) 5. Letter of Recommendation (Personal) 6. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal) Optional Documents

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