Track & Field Assistant Coach: Lead Practices & Growth

adams.edu; Alamosa (CO); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Adams State University is seeking a Track & Field coach who will provide instruction, leadership, and coaching expertise to student-athletes, assisting the Head Coach in managing the intercollegiate program. The role emphasizes compliance with NCAA/RMAC rules and a commitment to academic success and student welfare.

On-site in Alamosa, CO, the successful candidate will recruit, mentor, and develop athletes, oversee practices and film sessions, and participate in program operations and

Qualifications

• Ability to perform the requirements of the position.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Ability to work with a variety of personalities and excellent communication skills required.
• Knowledge of NCAA, RMAC, university and department rules and regulations and commitment to student achievement in academics.
• High ethical standards and initiative to make independent decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching student-athletes, evaluating performance in practice and competition.
• Teach fundamental techniques and provide leadership and instruction.
• Promote sportsmanship and model appropriate behavior for student-athletes.
• Maintain standards of performance with departmental goals and guidelines.
• Coordinate recruiting to attract student-athletes per NCAA/RMAC rules.
• Ensure compliance with eligibility and financial aid, facilities scheduling, and game operations.
• Coordinate video exchange, editing, and film sessions per NCAA/RMAC guidelines.
• Develop and supervise practices, workouts, and contests for assigned specialty.
• Monitor academic progress of student-athletes.
• Support summer camps and clinics operations.
• Assist in fundraising activities for the program.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Ethics

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Adams State University is seeking a Track & Field coach who will provide instruction, leadership, and coaching expertise to student-athletes, assisting the Head Coach in managing the intercollegiate program. The role emphasizes compliance with NCAA/RMAC rules and a commitment to academic success and student welfare.

On-site in Alamosa, CO, the successful candidate will recruit, mentor, and develop athletes, oversee practices and film sessions, and participate in program operations and