Assistant Track & Field Coach (Temporary Part-time)

North Park University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 5,580 - 22,320; Part time

Job summary

North Park University in Chicago is accepting applications for part-time Assistant Track and Field Coaches for the upcoming academic year, with flexible dates. The role involves assisting the Director with daily operations of the track programs, analyzing performance, and ensuring NCAA compliance.

Candidates should possess coaching experience, be able to work untraditional hours, and support the university's mission. The position offers a stipend based on experience.

Qualifications

• Coaching or competitive experience in any event is required.
• Applicant must be able to work an untraditional work schedule (i.e. frequent nights and weekends).
• Able to lift and move athletic equipment.
• Able to travel with the team, by vehicle or plane.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Committed to and an articulate supporter of the university’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director with daily operations of the track and field programs.
• Analyze performance and instruct athletes.
• Help with NCAA and CCIW compliant recruiting.
• Monitor academic performance and social behavior of student-athletes.
• Manage equipment usage.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching or competitive experience

Ability to work untraditional schedule

Ability to lift and move equipment

Valid driver's license

Support of Christian higher education

Job description

North Park University, a member of the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin, would like to announce that applications are now being accepted for part-time Assistant Track and Field Coaches. The positions will be for the upcoming academic year and the date range is flexible.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the Director with the daily operations of the men’s and women’s track and field programs at North Park University.
• Analyze performance and instruct athletes in events and techniques in preparation for and during athletics competition.
• Assist with all phases of competitive NCAA and CCIW compliant recruiting.
• Ensure a commitment to the academic success of track student-athletes, including monitoring academic performance, attendance, and social behavior.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and the campus community.
• Manage equipment usage.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country, Assistant Vice President for Athletics and Sport Management, and Associate and Assistant Athletic Directors.

Salary: $500-$2000 stipend based on experience

• Coaching or competitive experience in any event is required.
• Applicant must be able to work an untraditional work schedule (i.e. frequent nights and weekends).
• Able to lift and move athletic equipment.
• Able to travel with team, by vehicle or plane.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Committed to and an articulate supporter of the university’s mission, identity, and Christian faith commitment.
• Personal commitment to North Park’s mission of Christian higher education.