Assistant Men's and Women's Track and Field Coach

EXPIRED

OKLAHOMA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY
POSITION DESCRIPTION

Assistant Track and Field Coach

Department: Athletics

OKLAHOMA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY
POSITION DESCRIPTION

Assistant Track and Field Coach

Department: Athletics

OBU Mission Statement
OBU transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith
with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God
in Christ.

Core Commitments
Oklahoma Baptist University achieves its mission through a shared commitment to the
following expectations. All employees are expected to embrace these expectations and to
model them in their behavior.

• Commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith
• Commitment to the vision and mission of Oklahoma Baptist University
• Commitment to active membership in a local evangelical church
• People are treated with dignity and respect
• Relationships are built on honesty, integrity, and trust
• Excellence is achieved through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic
• Efficiency is achieved through wise management of human and financial resources

Overview

The Assistant Track and Field Coach is expected to recruit and retain student-athletes that fit
the mission of OBU, mentor, coach, supervise, and care for athletes. For a well-rounded Track
and Field program, this position should set the standard for the whole team in discipline,
academic success, campus involvement, spirit, and creating a culture of family, caring, and
ministry.

Job Role and Responsibilities

• Care for the needs (athletic, instructional, physical, welfare, emotional, spiritual) of

student-athletes on the distance team

• Evaluate the effectiveness of position specific coaching techniques and be committed
to research and implement strategies that will increase productivity utilizing the
student-athletes we recruit at OBU

• Analyze performance and

instruct athletes

in position specific strategies and

techniques to prepare them for athletic competition

• Successfully recruit students who are athletically gifted and possess high academic

quality

• Adhere to NCAA, Conference, and University regulations regarding recruiting,

admissions standards, and eligibility
• Demonstrate your faith in all areas of life
• Encourage the spiritual growth of team members and support staff
• Exhibit a positive regard for all students, faculty, and staff
• Develop individuals who are dedicated to the pursuit of excellence and exercise

discipline in all areas of life

• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and motivate them to strive towards their

potential, ensuring athletes get academic help when needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Competent in exercise physiology, safety, health, athletic development, and strategies

relating to Track and Field competition

• Possess skills in meet management
• Competent with various software applications for meet data management
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with co-workers, students, faculty

and administration

• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Competent with leading, mentoring and counseling young people
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to drive a 15-passenger van
• Able to setup and take down equipment and other items related to meets
• Possess enough physical mobility to supervise long range workouts and training
• Possess a valid driver’s license and an excellent driving record

Requirements

• Must be an active member of an evangelical church
• Bachelor’s degree
• Assistant or Head Coach experience at either a high school or college
• Experience leading, mentoring and counseling young people

Preferred

• Master’s degree and/or a Certification in Exercise Physiology
• Personal athletic achievement/experience

*Evangelical is a broad term referring to a segment within Christianity which maintains the
authority of the Bible and the belief in salvation by faith in Jesus alone.

**Please apply using the link for “Administrative Applications” on the OBU website at
https://www.okbu.edu/hr/jobs.html.