Athletics: Assistant Track & Field Coach

Assistant Track & Field Coach

APPLICATION PROCESS AND HIRING TIMELINE INFORMATION

To apply for this position, you should submit:

1. KWU Employment Application
   
   1. Cover letter,
      
   2. Resume/curriculum vitae,
      
   3. Three references,
      
   4. Desired salary (may be entered on application)
      
   5. Please email your application materials to hr@kwu.edu.
      

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Assistant Track & Field Coach

APPLICATION PROCESS AND HIRING TIMELINE INFORMATION

To apply for this position, you should submit:

1. KWU Employment Application
   
   1. Cover letter,
      
   2. Resume/curriculum vitae,
      
   3. Three references,
      
   4. Desired salary (may be entered on application)
      
   5. Please email your application materials to hr@kwu.edu.
      

The timeline for filling this position is:
• Applications received by June 30, 2026, will be given priority. Applications will be taken until the

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position is filled.
Interviews will begin when qualified applicants are identified and continue until a hiring decision
is made.

• The position starts as soon as possible.

KWU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity in employment. We will
check references of past employers and personal references. We will acknowledge receipt of your
application as soon as we receive it.

Location: Athletics Department

Overview: The Assistant Track & Field Coach will help teach, coach, and recruit student-athletes
for Kansas Wesleyan University's men and women’s track and field teams. This position also
includes managing the reserve team and supporting the overall success of the program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching/Coaching (50%): Coach student-athletes during practice and competitions, use

video analysis for training, and plan team strategies.

• Recruiting (40%): Identify and recruit potential players, track recruitment activities, and

ensure compliance with university and NAIA policies.

• Administration (5%): Provide holistic support for freshman student-athletes by meeting

biweekly, monitoring academic progress and well-being, assisting with team operations and
budget-related administrative responsibilities, and contributing to the successful execution
of athletic department initiatives, including game management, marketing, and other
assigned duties.

• Other Duties (5%): Contribute to the growth and success of the track and field program by
building recruiting networks with high school and college coaches, supporting fundraising
and donor engagement activities, and assisting with departmental initiatives and special
projects as assigned.

Supervisor: Director of Track & Field and Cross Country

Work Schedule: Full-time (45-50 hours per week), flexible schedule around practices,
competitions, and recruiting. Evenings, weekends and overnight travel will be required.

Performance Goals:

• Support student-athlete retention and success by fostering a positive freshman experience.

• Meet recruiting activity expectations and enrollment goals through effective prospect

outreach and relationship building.

• Coach sprint and jumping events while contributing to overall roster development and

program growth.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.

• Certifications: First Aid/CPR, NAIA Champions of Character course, and Bloodborne

Pathogen training within 60 days of hire.

• Experience: Minimum of one to three years of coaching and recruiting experience in higher
education or similar customer service capacity; experience in interpreting policies and
procedure to prospective students is preferred.

• Skills: Strong teamwork, organization, and alignment with the university's mission.

Salary and Benefits: Salary based on experience, with full-time employee benefits.

Additional Information: This is a full-time, exempt, at-will position with travel and physical
demands involved in coaching.

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