Assistant Coach Track & Field- Throws

Huntington County Chamber of Commerce; Huntington (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Huntington University invites applications for the Assistant Coach for Track & Field-Throws. This part-time position supports the Track & Field program with expert instruction and mentorship to student-athletes in the throwing events, grounded in Christ-centered values.

Responsibilities include coaching, recruiting, and administrative tasks as assigned by the head coach, ensuring operations reflect NAIA, conference, and institutional regulations.

Qualifications

• Christ-centered faithfulness and mentoring student-athletes to grow in faith and athletics.
• Proven skills in coaching, administration, and leadership.
• Ability to develop innovative approaches to skill development, team-building, and process improvement.
• Strong communication and collaboration with athletic department staff to achieve shared goals.
• Commitment to upholding NAIA rules and institutional policies.

Responsibilities

• Coaching: plan and organize practices for the throws events to maximize athlete potential and program performance.
• Recruiting: identify and recruit student-athletes who align with the university mission.
• Administrative duties: complete tasks promptly and coordinate with the head coach to meet program needs.
• Policy compliance: enforce NAIA, conference, and institutional rules across operations.

Skills

Christ-centered Faithfulness

Commitment to Excellence

Collaboration & Leadership

Job description

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Assistant Coach Track & Field- Throws

Part Time Huntington, IN, US 1 Attachments

Huntington University has an opening for an Assistant Coach for Track & Field-Throws.

The Track & Field Assistant Coach for Throws is a part-time position that supports the overall mission of the Track & Field program by providing expert technical instruction and mentorship to student-athletes in the throwing events. Grounded in Christ-centered values and a commitment to the University's mission, this role helps foster a caring, faith-driven environment where athletes are developed spiritually, personally, and competitively.Responsibilities include coaching, recruiting, and administrative tasks as assigned by the head coach ensuring all operations reflect compliance with NAIA, conference, and institutional regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Christ-centered Faithfulness: A deep personal commitment to Jesus Christ and a passion for the mission of Huntington University, dedicated to mentoring student-athletes to impact the world for Christ.
• Commitment to Excellence: Proven skills in coaching, administration, and leadership
• Creativity and Innovation:Demonstration of forward-thinking approaches to skill development, team-building, problem-solving, and continuous process improvement.
• Collaborative Spirit: Evidence of ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with Athletic department personnel and to achieve shared team, department, and institutional goals.
• Community Conviction: Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build a supportive and growth-oriented culture for student-athletes and staff.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coaching

• Serve as a consistent Christian role model, intentionally developing and mentoring student-athletes to grow in their faith and to impact our world for Christ.
• Plan and organize practices for the jumps events to maximize student-athlete potential and program performance.
• Aid head coach in identifying and recruiting student-athletes who align with the HU mission, prioritizing those who are a strong fit for the university's spiritual, academic, and athletic standards.
• Develop an understanding of NAIA recruiting policies in order to maintain a high level of integrity throughout the recruiting process.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain high standards of excellence and timeliness in completing administrative tasks assigned by the head coach.
• Proactively anticipate program needs to enhance the student-athlete experience and work with the head coach to create a plan to meet the needs.
• Foster a collaborative spirit by working closely with the head coach and other coaching staff to ensure effective program operations.
• Communicate and enforce team rules that promote a culture of accountability and care.
• Comply with all NAIA, Crossroads League, and institutional policies.

General Information: Huntington University is an independent, Christian liberal arts university. Employees of Huntington University subscribe to the Statement of Faith that is identical to that of the National Association of Evangelicals. Statement of Faith

Work Schedule: This is a part-time position.