Part-Time Jumps Coach for Track & Field

Aquinas College; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Aquinas College, a liberal arts Catholic institution located in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a part-time assistant track and field coach with a focus on jumps. You will assist in coaching, recruitment, and meet planning to build a competitive program rooted in integrity and leadership.

The ideal candidate has collegiate-level jumps coaching experience or equivalent, with strong communication and organizational skills, and availability for evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Proven coaching experience in track and field with jumps at the collegiate level or equivalent.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting, leadership and program development.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and travel as needed.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Aquinas College.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in coaching, recruitment, jump development, meet preparation, and in-meet strategy.
• Responsible for assisting the Head Coach in meeting roster numbers by recruiting and retaining student-athletes who align with the values and academic standards of Aquinas College.
• Foster a positive team culture emphasizing personal development, academic achievement, sportsmanship, and service.
• Assist with coordinating scheduling of practices, meets, and team travel in compliance with college and conference guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with NAIA, WHAC, and institutional rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by Head Coach

Skills

Coaching experience

Jumps specialty

Recruiting

Leadership

Communication skills

Organization skills

Availability evenings/weekends

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Aquinas College, a liberal arts Catholic institution located in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a part-time assistant track and field coach with a focus on jumps. You will assist in coaching, recruitment, and meet planning to build a competitive program rooted in integrity and leadership.

The ideal candidate has collegiate-level jumps coaching experience or equivalent, with strong communication and organizational skills, and availability for evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.