Track & Field Assistant Coach — Recruiting & Skill Building

Alvernia University; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvernia University in Reading, PA seeks an Assistant Track & Field Coach to assist with recruiting, practice planning, and skill instruction across events. You will help develop student‑athletes academically and athletically while modeling integrity and leadership.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the head coach on meet management, strength & conditioning, and compliance responsibilities to support a successful NCAA program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and successful experience as a student-athlete and/or coach.
• College coaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with student‑athletes, coaches, trainers and administration.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, organizational and team-building skills.
• Commitment to a positive student‑athlete experience and safety.

Responsibilities

• With the head coach, design and execute a recruiting strategy to recruit and retain qualified student‑athletes.
• Assist with day-to-day practice planning, meet coaching, and strength & conditioning for event groups.
• Attract, organize, and manage indoor track & field meets and meet management.
• Monitor academic progress and involve academic support resources when needed.
• Maintain records and ensure compliance with university, MAC, and NCAA policies.
• Plan a formal communication plan and seek volunteer service opportunities for athletes.

Skills

Recruitment planning

Coaching

Student-athlete mentorship

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Alvernia University in Reading, PA seeks an Assistant Track & Field Coach to assist with recruiting, practice planning, and skill instruction across events. You will help develop student‑athletes academically and athletically while modeling integrity and leadership.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the head coach on meet management, strength & conditioning, and compliance responsibilities to support a successful NCAA program.