Hybrid Part-Time Assistant Track & Field Coach

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (IL); Hybrid; USD 9,000 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Job summary

Aurora University in Aurora, IL seeks an Assistant Cross Country and Assistant Track and Field Coach to lead and support all aspects of the men’s and women’s programs. Responsibilities include recruiting, coaching, travel coordination and budget management.

This 15-hour-per-week role runs through the fall and spring seasons with potential hybrid/remote arrangements; a valid driver’s license and travel are required. The compensation includes a $10,000 stipend for the season.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of two or more years of relevant experience competing and/or coaching.
• Organizational skills and understanding of compliance standards and regulations.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a wide range of constituents: student-athletes, parents, coaches, media, alumni, administrators, support staff, campus community and the community at-large.
• Ability to set and achieve or exceed goals and meet deadlines, strong strategic thinking and problem solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track programs, including recruiting and coaching student-athletes.
• Ensures compliance with NCAA and conference rules; reports violations.
• Plans, conducts, and evaluates practices; communicates expectations and feedback clearly.
• Develops game plans; prepares team mentally and physically for competition.
• Monitors academic progress of student-athletes and emphasizes academic achievement.
• Maintains professional conduct and builds positive relationships with alumni and the community.
• Attends athletic department meetings and supports the Head Coaches.

Skills

Organizational skills

Supervising staff

Verbal and written skills

Interpersonal skills

Goal setting and strategic thinking

General computer knowledge

Knowledge of athletics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Aurora University in Aurora, IL seeks an Assistant Cross Country and Assistant Track and Field Coach to lead and support all aspects of the men’s and women’s programs. Responsibilities include recruiting, coaching, travel coordination and budget management.

This 15-hour-per-week role runs through the fall and spring seasons with potential hybrid/remote arrangements; a valid driver’s license and travel are required. The compensation includes a $10,000 stipend for the season.