Assistant Throws Coach — Collegiate Track & Field

SilkRoad; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Valparaiso University is seeking an Assistant Track and Field Coach specializing in the throws. The role involves developing student-athletes in shot put, discus, hammer, and javelin, with responsibilities in training plans, technical instruction, recruiting, and facility management.

The successful candidate will lead practice planning, monitor athlete progress and contribute to team operations while upholding academic and athletic excellence in a competitive NCAA environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Previous collegiate coaching experience.
• Experience coaching all four throwing events (shot put, discus, hammer, javelin).
• Proven success in recruiting and developing collegiate throwers.
• Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual training plans for the shot put, discus, hammer throw and javelin.
• Provide individualized technical instruction and event-specific strength and conditioning guidance to throwers.
• Plan and supervise daily practices while monitoring athlete development and performance.
• Recruit qualified student-athletes who can succeed both athletically and academically.
• Manage the throws equipment inventory and assist with maintenance, organization and safety of throwing facilities.
• Assist with meet management, travel and other team operations as assigned.
• Promote academic achievement, personal development and a positive team culture among student-athletes.
• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and University policies.

Skills

Collegiate coaching experience

Experience coaching all four throwing

Recruiting collegiate throwers

Communication and leadership

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Valparaiso University is seeking an Assistant Track and Field Coach specializing in the throws. The role involves developing student-athletes in shot put, discus, hammer, and javelin, with responsibilities in training plans, technical instruction, recruiting, and facility management.

The successful candidate will lead practice planning, monitor athlete progress and contribute to team operations while upholding academic and athletic excellence in a competitive NCAA environment.