Assistant Track and Field Coach (Throws or Multi Events)

Job Summary

Assist the Head Coach with all aspects of the Men’s & Women’s Cross Country/Track and Field program, including but not limited to coaching, recruiting, fundraising, social media, camps, academic progress, and any other duties as assigned. Start date: August 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruitment of quality student athletes including but not limited to: off-campus evaluation, contacts, organization of on-campus visits, and tryouts.
• Work with the Head Coach in development and implementation of Throws training program, including strength and conditioning
• Attend and instruct during all competitions, practices, strength and conditioning sessions, and individual workouts.
• 4. Organize and execute all academic monitoring of all XC/TF student-athletes, including study hall and grade checks.
• 5. Maintain a good working relationship with all athletic coaches and staff regarding facility use and condition.
• 6. Other duties assigned by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director.

Qualifications

Job Summary

Assist the Head Coach with all aspects of the Men’s & Women’s Cross Country/Track and Field program, including but not limited to coaching, recruiting, fundraising, social media, camps, academic progress, and any other duties as assigned. Start date: August 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruitment of quality student athletes including but not limited to: off-campus evaluation, contacts, organization of on-campus visits, and tryouts.
• Work with the Head Coach in development and implementation of Throws training program, including strength and conditioning
• Attend and instruct during all competitions, practices, strength and conditioning sessions, and individual workouts.
• 4. Organize and execute all academic monitoring of all XC/TF student-athletes, including study hall and grade checks.
• 5. Maintain a good working relationship with all athletic coaches and staff regarding facility use and condition.
• 6. Other duties assigned by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Strong written/oral communication; organizational skills
• Previous experience as a coach or athlete at the collegiate level.
• Skills in graphic design and/or social media or marketing.
• Ability to lift objects of 50-lb. or more; frequent bending, stooping, and walking.

About Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU): OPSU is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is the first public Hispanic Serving Institution in Oklahoma. The university is a baccalaureate degree granting institution located in Goodwell, Oklahoma. Rooted in “Progress through Knowledge,” OPSU is committed to promoting excellence in the preparation of students for success in a global community. Our university achieved multiple rankings by the 2023 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings: #3 Best Value Regional Colleges West; #8 Top Public Colleges for the Western Region; and #17 Best Regional Colleges West. U.S New and World Report also recognized OPSU as one of the top ten universities in Oklahoma, standing out of our affordable tuition rates.

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