Track & Field Assistant Coach (Sprints & Jumps)

Colgate University; New York; On-site; USD 62,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate University seeks a full-time Track & Field Assistant Coach to support both the men's and women's teams. The ideal candidate will have significant coaching experience, strong leadership, good communication skills, and a commitment to student-athlete success. This role includes responsibilities such as coaching, recruiting, and monitoring student-athletes' progress in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Paid family leave

Gym discounts

Free parking

Access to cultural and recreational facilities

Qualifications

• Two years of track & field coaching experience required.
• NCAA Division I coaching or playing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operation and organization of the track & field program.
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and well-being.
• Responsible for scouting and film preparation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technology skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Job Category:

Athletic Staff Coach/Trainer

Position Title:

Track & Field Assistant Coach (Sprints & Jumps)

Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time

Division:

Athletics

Department:

Track & Field

Hiring Wage/Salary Range:

$62,353-$64,000

Professional Experience/ Qualifications:

• The successful candidate will have combined responsibility for both the men’s and women’s teams, a strong commitment to the academic success of student-athletes, knowledge, and commitment to University, Conference, and NCAA regulations, good communication and technology skills, and strong leadership skills.
• Two (2) years of track & field coaching experience, with consideration provided to experience in high school and collegiate environments. (Comparable experiences as a professional athlete and/or through graduate assistantships or internships may be considered.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• NCAA Division I coaching or playing experience
• Knowledge of coaching throws sprints, hurdles, relays, and/or jumps

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree is required.
A Master’s degree is preferred.

Certifications:

A current valid driver’s license, in accordance with the University’s Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required.

Offer Determination:

When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to perform coaching duties which include, but are not limited to, standing outdoors for long periods of time.

Other Information:

Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the NCAA, ECAC, and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of NCAA, ECAC or Patriot League rules of which he or she is aware. Should a situation warrant further investigation, you have an affirmative obligation to cooperate full in the infractions process, including the investigation and adjudication of a case. Without limiting remedies otherwise available to the university, if you are found to be in violation of any NCAA, ECAC or Patriot League rules, you may be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in relevant NCAA, league or conference disciplinary and/or enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repeated violations.

Benefits:

Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page.

Department Statement:

Colgate Athletics seeks to be a welcoming and diverse association of students, coaches, staff, alumni, and fans in which all people are treated equitably and respectfully, and can contribute fully to our success; we share common goals, we affirm open communication and civility, we honor the sacredness of each person, we accept responsibility to act for the common good, we care for and serve one another, and we honor our history while celebrating our evolution; and, we strive to consistently perform at the upper range of our potential, to get better every day with a goal to win – to win in competition, in the classroom, in the community and in the lives of every member of the Colgate Community.

The assistant coach is responsible for assisting in the operation of the respective program including organizing and performing all activities associated with the intercollegiate program, analyzing performance and instructing students in meet strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition, planning and directing training and recommendation for recruitment of student-athletes.

Accountabilities:

Responsible for the execution of specific strategic activities and outcomes within the sprint, hurdle, and relay event groups of the track & field program. These will include sustained performance and execution in the following areas:

• adhere to Head Coach’s philosophy
• athletic instruction/coaching
• program operations and administration as designated by the head coach

Responsible for oversight of all administrative operations regarding student-athlete development. These will include:

• Monitoring of student-athlete academic progress and well-being
• Ensure student-athlete participation in all assigned community service activities

Responsible for the execution of all scouting, film preparation, and competition preparation. These will include:

• video breakdown
• use of appropriate video-editing software
• coordination of team film sessions
• development of scouting reports

Responsible for overall team recruitment strategy.

• Exercises independent judgment regarding recruitment of prospective student-athletes for assigned event groups.
• Decision-making authority to determine which individuals to recruit
• Decision-making authority in the allocation of scholarship allocations (as applicable)
• Attracting and evaluating prospective student-athletes
• Monitoring prospective student-athlete academic progress and well-being
• Developing and maintaining relationships with prospective student-athletes and other recruiting constituents

Accountable for maintaining personal compliance with all relevant governing bodies including:

• NCAA
• Patriot League
• Athletics Department
• University policies
• Attendance at all required compliance educational meetings
• Successful on-time completion of all recruiting logs

Accountable for maintaining professional relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. To include:

• Responsible for all newsletters and communication with alumni
• Responsible for team promotion and marketing to all constituents
• Responsible for determining communication strategy within university and local community

Independent and unchallengeable decision-making regarding student-athlete participation in assigned sport activities when head coach is not present.

Accountable for student-athlete welfare while coaching.

Responsible for adhering to assigned budget.

Responsible for hiring, oversight and management of student managers. Assistant Coach has independent discretion on all hiring and termination of student employees.

Responsible for role modeling behaviors and leadership for student-athletes.

Colgate Athletics Vision: To be an inclusive community of competitive excellence

This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), in accordance with the federal statutory requirements of the Jeanne Clery Act. CSAs are required to and responsible for reporting allegations of crimes they receive from students and employees to the Campus Safety Department.Requisition Number:

2025S053Posting

Temporary:

No

Job Open Date:

06/10/2025

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EEO Statement:

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Clery Act:

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at [e-mail].