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Assistant Track & Field Coach - Hurdles

| | Open Date | 8/13/2024 | | Classification | Athletics & Recreation |

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Assistant Track & Field Coach - Hurdles

| | Open Date | 8/13/2024 | | Classification | Athletics & Recreation | Apply Now

| Department | Athletics & Recreation | | Exempt/Non-Exempt | Exempt | | System Job Title | Athletic Coach | | Description |

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Head Track & Field Coach, and Athletic Director as appropriate.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Student athletes as appropriate

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Track & Field Coach - Hurdles, is responsible for supporting the efforts in conducting a representative program in the sport. This position is principally for assisting the Track & Field staff in daily practice and meet coaching of the hurdling events, while also offering some assistance with the sprints and relays. Additional duties specified below will be the responsibilities for which the Assistant Track & Field Coach - Hurdles will be paid. A variety of other activities (for example: recruiting, team meetings) will be offered to the Assistant Track & Field Coach - Hurdles, for participation on a voluntary basis. If an Assistant Track & Field Coach elects to participate in any additional activities on behalf of the individual sport or the Athletic Department, it is with the understanding that these are strictly voluntary actions that will not result in additional compensable hours.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Head Coach with practice organization, event coaching, and meet day coaching of the hurdles. Assistance in coaching the sprints and relays could be an additional duty with this position.
• Assist in the development of student-athletes by advising, educating, and motivating.
• Help with team building and character development of student-athletes.
• Help with recruiting and/or administrative responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the head coach.
• Performs other duties and special projects that may be assigned.
• The candidate must be available to assist coaching the hurdling events at least two days per week (those days may be flexible) October through May, and most track meets, which are typically held on Saturdays from December until as late as the end of May.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: Coaching at the intercollegiate level preferred; related coaching experience in other event groups/levels considered; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Familiarity with USTFCCCA coaching and training models for track and field is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential to deal with all constituencies within and outside of the University community including but not limited to students, parents, staff, and faculty.
• Flexibility of time necessary to make commitment to varying time needs of the position.

TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should attach their cover letter and resume to the online application by clicking "Apply Now". Please attach documents as a PDF file.

At Moravian University, we are committed to our mission to prepare individuals for reflective lives and leadership in a world of change. To achieve these ideals, we are dedicated to fostering an educational and professional environment that is enriched by individuals of different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Job candidates and prospective members of our community are expected to engage, communicate, and collaborate across diverse cultural, social, and academic backgrounds. Additionally, faculty and staff should demonstrate the ability to adapt andragogical or professional methods to the lived experiences and cultural backgrounds of students and colleagues.

Link to our DEI Action Plan: https://www.moravian.edu/dei-action-plan

Moravian University is committed to providing a workplace and educational environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or applicant for admission on the basis of actual or perceived race, ethnicity, color, sex, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, caste, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, familial status, marital status, citizenship status, veteran/military status, disability status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal laws.

In compliance with the requirements of Title IX, Moravian University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational program and activity, including admission/employment, and does not tolerate such harassment or discrimination by or against any member of our campus community.

Employment inquiries should be directed to Human Resources at hr@moravian.edu and admission inquiries to Admissions at admission@moravian.edu .

Concerns regarding all forms of discrimination, including sexual harassment and/or sex discrimination in admission/employment:

Becki Achey

Equal Opportunity and Title IX Coordinator

1309 Main St. (Room 204)

(610) 625-7023

equalopportunity@moravian.edu

Mailing address:

Moravian University

1200 Main St.

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18018

Concerns regarding gender and equity in athletics:

Rebecca May

Associate Athletic Director (Deputy Title IX Coordinator)

109 Johnston Hall

Moravian University

1200 Main St.

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18018

(610) 625-7791

mayr@moravian.edu

Concerns regarding the application of Title IX:

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Civil Rights

100 Penn Square East, Suite 515

Philadelphia, PA 19107-3323

(215) 656-8541

ocr.philadelphia@ed.gov

Sex-based harassment and/or sex discrimination can be reported online anytime (can be anonymous) at www.moravian.edu/titleix. Grievance procedures can be found in the institutional Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Non-Discrimination Policy at www.moravian.edu/policy.

Please visit moravian.edu/benefits to review benefits offered at Moravian University.*

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.

The individual is routinely exposed to indoor conditions and outdoor weather and temperature extremes, and moderate noise level.

Pursuant to the ADA, Moravian University will provide reasonable accommodation(s) to employees with qualified disabilities in order to perform the essential functions of their position, except when doing so would cause an undue hardship for the University. Accommodations are determined on a case-by-case basis through documentation review and an interactive process that includes the employee's supervisor. Requests for accommodation or questions about this process should be directed to Human Resources at hr@moravian.edu or 610.861.1527. View thestandard physical demands for positions at Moravian University. If this position requires additional or different demands, a Human Resources team member will notify you.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

*Please visit this link to review the benefit eligibility status associated with this position.

| | About the Organization | Moravian University offers students a private education they will not find anywhere else: personal attention and preparation for life with a record of success longer than our nation's history. Located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and offering undergraduate and graduate degrees that blend liberal arts with professional programs, Moravian University has been preparing students for reflective lives, fulfilling careers, and transformative leadership in a world of change since 1742. Moravian University is a member of The New American Colleges and Universities (NAC&U), a national consortium of selective, small to mid-size independent colleges and universities dedicated to the purposeful integration of liberal education, professional studies, and civic engagement. Visit moravian.edu to learn more about how the Moravian University focus on education for all prepares its students for life-long success. | | EOE Statement | Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and encouraging individuals from under-represented populations to apply. EOE | | | |

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