Performance Analyst / Track & Field

EXPIRED

Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core value of diverse and inclusive communities and respects the educational benefits of diverse ideas, peoples, and cultures in order to contribute to the equitable inclusion and just engagement of the world’s communities. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim(That I May Serve), the Virginia Tech Department of Athletics is committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community. We are committed to attracting and retaining student-athletes and employees from diverse backgrounds while also fostering an inclusive educational and work environment free from any discrimination based on age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

The Performance Analyst / Track & Field reports to the Director of Cross Country and Track & Field. Responsibilities include assisting in a consulting/assistant coaching role with the Director and Associate Head Coach, throwers, and multi event athletes; provide assistance with training ideas/implementation as needed at Rector Field House and Johnson Miller Track Complex; consult/advise with all Associate/Assistant coaches as needed on strength and conditioning for all event areas; assist coaches in analyzing overall team practices and performance in competitions; help with home meet management; assist with on campus and virtual recruiting as needed. This role involves teaching proper techniques, enhancing athletes’ strength and conditioning, and preparing them for competitions.

Required Qualifications

Proven experience as a throw coach or in a similar coaching role in a Division I "Power 4" Track & Field program.
Strong knowledge and experience with throwing techniques and training methodologies.
Excellent communication and motivational skills.
Ability to work effectively with athletes of all skill levels.
Experience with recruiting and knowledgeable of NCAA rules and policies.
Commitment to diversity.
Passion for track and field and a commitment to athlete development.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core value of diverse and inclusive communities and respects the educational benefits of diverse ideas, peoples, and cultures in order to contribute to the equitable inclusion and just engagement of the world’s communities. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim(That I May Serve), the Virginia Tech Department of Athletics is committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community. We are committed to attracting and retaining student-athletes and employees from diverse backgrounds while also fostering an inclusive educational and work environment free from any discrimination based on age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

The Performance Analyst / Track & Field reports to the Director of Cross Country and Track & Field. Responsibilities include assisting in a consulting/assistant coaching role with the Director and Associate Head Coach, throwers, and multi event athletes; provide assistance with training ideas/implementation as needed at Rector Field House and Johnson Miller Track Complex; consult/advise with all Associate/Assistant coaches as needed on strength and conditioning for all event areas; assist coaches in analyzing overall team practices and performance in competitions; help with home meet management; assist with on campus and virtual recruiting as needed. This role involves teaching proper techniques, enhancing athletes’ strength and conditioning, and preparing them for competitions.

Required Qualifications

Proven experience as a throw coach or in a similar coaching role in a Division I "Power 4" Track & Field program.
Strong knowledge and experience with throwing techniques and training methodologies.
Excellent communication and motivational skills.
Ability to work effectively with athletes of all skill levels.
Experience with recruiting and knowledgeable of NCAA rules and policies.
Commitment to diversity.
Passion for track and field and a commitment to athlete development.

Preferred Qualifications

Coaching experience with NCAA Track & Field championships.
Experience with recruiting international athletes.
Bachelor's degree.

Pay Band

3

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience.

Review Date

December 2, 2024

Additional Information

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The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Stuart Cochran at stuart@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.