Assistant Track and Field Coach - Throws

Virginia-Military-Institute; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Military Institute invites applications for an Assistant Track and Field Coach - Throws. This position supports the Head Coach in administering the throws program, recruiting cadet-athletes, and developing track and field excellence with integrity and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities include coaching technique, ensuring safety, mentoring cadets academically and athletically, coordinating practice plans, and upholding NCAA, conference, and institute rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Ability to recruit in Virginia and surrounding states.
• Knowledge of NCAA, conference, and Institute rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administration, supervision and development of the throws program.
• Recruit student-athletes to be outstanding cadets and contributors to the throws program.
• Provide instruction of sound throwing techniques and strategies.
• Motivate cadet-athletes to excel on the field and in the classroom.
• Work to improve coaching knowledge of throws and understand VMI systems.

Skills

Academic eligibility rules

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Discretion / confidentiality

Coaching knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Title: Assistant Track and Field Coach - Throws

State Role Title:

Hiring Range: $17,500 - 20,000

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Virginia Military Institute

Location: Virginia Military Institute

Agency Website: www.vmi.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Assistant Throws Coach reports to the Head Coach and is prepared to assist in the administration, supervision, and development of the sports program. This position supports the decisions made by the Head Coach and executes the assigned duties with a positive attitude. Essential duties include but are not limited to:

• Recruit student-athletes to be outstanding cadets and outstanding contributors to the sports program, especially as it relates to throws.
• Supervise cadet‑athletes’ progress towards a degree.
• Provide proper instruction of sound techniques and game strategies as it relates to throws.
• Motivate cadet‑athletes to excel on the field, in the classroom, and in the Corps.
• Work to improve coaching knowledge and the ability to teach skills related to the sport event of throws.
• Work to understand the VMI system and be an advocate for the school.
• Display respect for VMI cadets, faculty, and administrators.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of academic eligibility rules.
• Knowledge of and adherence to safe practices associated with coaching the sport event in all throwing areas.
• Knowledge of and proper execution of VMI, Conference, and NCAA rules.
• Effective interpersonal and communication (oral, written, listening) skills.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality, sound judgement, and discretion in all

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Possess the ability to recruit in Virginia and the surrounding states.
• Have demonstrated knowledge of and ability to comply with NCAA, conference, and Institute rules and regulations.

Additional Considerations

• Prefer experience coaching collegiate-age or younger elite-level athletes.

Contact Information

Name: Lenny Brown

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note

Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.