Assistant Track and Field Coach for Throws

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GORDON COLLEGE
Position Description

09/08/2021

Title: Assistant Coach – All Varsity Sports

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GORDON COLLEGE
Position Description

09/08/2021

Title: Assistant Coach – All Varsity Sports

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Function: Under the complete direction of the Sport-Specific Coach and the Director of
Athletics, the assistant coach’s primary function is the teaching and instructing of student-
athletes in the areas of technique, strategic play, teamwork and safety throughout the assigned
Sport program at Gordon College. The level of responsibility includes not only areas specific to
the sport, but also a responsibility to the holistic well-being of the participants. The outcomes of
the program will be measured not only by the conventional means of measuring athletic success,
but also by the ability of the assistant coach to fulfill the mission of the college. This will be
demonstrated by the mentoring of student-athletes to develop the wisdom and maturity
necessary for positive citizenship and Christian leadership.

Description of Duties and Tasks:

Assistant Coaching Additional Duties

Primary responsibility (more than 50% of their time) is the teaching and instructing of
student-athletes in the areas of technique, strategic play, teamwork and safety throughout
their assigned Sport.

Under the tutelage of a Head Coach, an Assistant Coach develops a successful program,
including a highly competitive, championship-driven team, a well-developed academic
support structure, as well as significant spiritual mentoring of the young men and/or
women who participate.

Supports the Head Coach as they recruit student-athletes who fit and contribute to the
mission of Gordon College and of the department. This requires attending Admissions-
related functions, significant correspondence to inquiries and travel to watch prospective
applicants.

When possible, participates in professional activities and associations of other college
coaches.

Works alongside the Head Coach to develop and maintain discipline within their specific
Sport program.

Involved in game management for other sports as part of the out-of-season schedule.

Performs all other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics.

Departmental and Community Duties

Develops and maintains a professional and active relationship with co-workers, faculty
and staff, administration, alumni, friends of the college, and trustees.

Participates in the life of the Gordon College community.

Attends departmental meetings and functions when possible.

Knowledgeable of, and adheres to, the rules and regulations of the NCAA Division III,
the Commonwealth Coast Conference and Gordon College.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
In order to fully perform the above functions, the incumbent must possess the following
knowledge, skills and abilities, or demonstrate that the major responsibilities of the job can be
accomplished, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some combination of skills and
abilities.

1. Must profess faith in Jesus Christ as Lord; must accept Gordon’s Statement of Faith; must
   practice Christian values in daily interactions with students, faculty, staff, and the public as
   outlined by Gordon’s Statement of Life and Conduct; and must work to advance Gordon’s
   mission through this position.

2. Must have the desire and the ability to be a team player within the athletic department and

the institution as a whole. We all work in collaboration in order to best steward our financial,
capital and human resources to best accomplish our departmental and institutional mission.

1. A bachelor's degree is preferred, but not required. Past experience in coaching at the NCAA
   

Division III level is also preferred, but not required.

1. Effective leadership skills and motivational abilities with highly successful mentoring
   

experiences.

1. Understanding and appreciation of Christian liberal arts higher education.

2. Ability to be a team player with the athletic department and the institution.

3. Strong desire to work with and relate to student-athletes.

4. Sound administrative ability with emphasis on organization.

5. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

6. Positive style of leadership.

7. Familiar with basic computer operations and able to use common office equipment.

8. Ability to operate specialized software for sports administration is desirable.

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