Assistant Track Coach (24-76)

Francis Marion University, an NCAA Division II institution, invites applications for the position of Men’s and Women’s Track Assistant Coach. This is a full-Time, 10-month position.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting the Head Coach with training members of the men’s and women’s track team and recruiting.
• Preferable experience in in coaching throwing events desired

Francis Marion University, an NCAA Division II institution, invites applications for the position of Men’s and Women’s Track Assistant Coach. This is a full-Time, 10-month position.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting the Head Coach with training members of the men’s and women’s track team and recruiting.
• Preferable experience in in coaching throwing events desired
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• Assisting the Head Coach in monitoring student-athletes for academic requirements, retention, and progress toward graduation, including assisting with eligibility verification of team members and coordinating with head trainer any special needs or injuries student-athletes may have
• Assisting the Head Coach in off-campus recruiting
• Maintaining contact with area high school coaches for prospects through direct interviews and correspondence in accordance with regulations established by the governing bodies of the NCAA and Conference Carolinas.
• Assisting with management of meet-day activities, such as statistics, manager supervision, and travel for away meets.
• Assisting with all fundraising activities
• Assisting the Head Coach in meeting with various community organizations to promote interest in the athletic program at Francis Marion University
• Performing all duties in compliance with NCAA Division II

Francis Marion, a state-supported comprehensive university with an enrollment of approximately 4,000 students, sponsors 14 intercollegiate sports, 13 of which compete in the NCAA Division II and Conference Carolinas, and one (men’s golf) of which competes as an NCAA Division I member. Florence, SC, is located in northeastern South Carolina at the intersection of Interstate Highways 95 and 20. It is 80 miles from the state capital, Columbia, and 60 miles from Myrtle Beach. Historical Charleston is 120 miles away.

FM Requirements: A bachelor’s degree is desired. Previous coaching experience is preferred, along with the ability to communicate and teach skilled athletes in track. Candidates must have a working knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations.

Salary and Benefits: This is a full–time 10 month position with benefits.

Materials Needed:

1) Letter of Interest (Referencing Position Number 24-76 ).

2) Resume

3) Copies of all transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate)

4) The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references; and

5) FM Application.

To obtain the FM Application, please click here.

Send Application Packet to: Dr. Charlene Wages, Vice President for Administration and Planning, Francis Marion University, PO Box 100547, Florence, SC 29502-0547 or FAX to (843) 661-1202.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

As Francis Marion University has continued to be recognized for its diverse student body, it especially welcomes applicants who can affirm and enhance its mission and encourages applications by women and minorities.

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution