Track & Field Coach & Operations Lead

Augustana; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Excellent paid time off/holiday

Tuition benefits for employees and/or

Campus facilities access

Job summary

Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, seeks an Assistant Track & Field Coach – Director of Operations to support the men’s and women’s programs with emphasis on throws. The role is full-time and based on campus.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of coaching experience, and strong NCAA/CCIW rule knowledge. Travel, scheduling, budgeting, and fundraising duties are involved, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• 3+ years experience in coaching role.
• Knowledge of NCAA and CCIW rules and regulations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with a diverse campus community.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the overall management of the men's and women's track, field and cross-country programs, specifically the throws events.
• Coach, recruit, and retain student-athletes; manage scheduling and budget; order equipment; arrange travel.
• Coordinate fundraising, public relations, and other duties as assigned to support program success.
• Meet with prospective students and families on campus and off-campus to discuss admissions and the Augustana experience.
• Align with and promote the program's core principles and standards at all times.
• Provide feedback to staff and student workers on performance and engage students in learning activities.

Skills

Coaching

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, seeks an Assistant Track & Field Coach – Director of Operations to support the men’s and women’s programs with emphasis on throws. The role is full-time and based on campus.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of coaching experience, and strong NCAA/CCIW rule knowledge. Travel, scheduling, budgeting, and fundraising duties are involved, with competitive benefits.