VOLUNTEER - Assistant Coach (Seasonal) - Track and Field (Pole Vault)

Benedictine University; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic collegiate athletics program as a Volunteer Assistant Coach for Track and Field, focusing on pole vaulting. This seasonal role involves training athletes, assisting the head coach with logistics, and fostering a positive environment for student-athletes. You'll engage with the community, promote the university, and develop essential coaching skills while adhering to NCAA regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive and collaborative setting, making a meaningful impact on the lives of young athletes. If you're passionate about athletics and coaching, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience preferred, especially in NCAA events.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III philosophy and recruitment rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and organizing practice for track and field events.
• Teach fundamentals of jumping and hurdling events to athletes.
• Help recruit student-athletes meeting academic and athletic standards.

Skills

Coaching Experience

Knowledge of NCAA Rules

Communication Skills

Ability to Handle Stress

CPR Certification

USATF Level One Certification

Knowledge of Jumping Events

Education

High School Diploma

Coaching Certification

Job description

VOLUNTEER - Assistant Coach (Seasonal) - Track and Field (Pole Vault)

Benedictine University - Lisle, IL

Report to: Head Coach

Purpose:
The primary focus of the Volunteer Coach (Seasonal) will be the pole vault. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, training athletes on the track & field team, and assisting the head coach in all aspects of pre-season & post-season training, practice, competition, and recruitment. Must be capable of having a flexible practice schedule, monitoring student-athlete academic success, and recruiting strategy for event groups. Also assist the Head Coach in organizing team events, travel logistics, hosting outdoor invitationals, and team fundraising. Adherence to NCAA Division III rules and regulations, supporting the philosophy, goals, and mission of the college and its intercollegiate athletics program, as well as adherence to departmental, university, NACC, and NCAA policies and procedures is required.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the planning, organizing, and administration of event group practice with various practice times available to athletes.
2. Teach proper fundamentals and techniques of vertical jumping events (High Jump & Pole Vault), hurdling events (60mh, 100mh, 110mh, 400mh), and multi-events (decathlon, heptathlon, pentathlon) through safe training and long-term development of athletes.
3. Assist with recruiting qualified prospective student-athletes who meet the academic and athletic standards of our program.
4. Assist in organizing logistics for Benedictine University home invitationals, team travel, and fundraising goals.
5. Assist in meet competition preparation and implementation of meet strategies.
6. Develop relationships within and positively promote Benedictine University and its surrounding community.
7. Attend department and university-related meetings and events as directed.
8. Represent the Department of Athletics with sportsmanship, integrity, and a high degree of professionalism.
9. Create a positive experience and program assessment for the student-athletes.
10. Maintain positive relationships with alumni, parents, students, officials, volunteers, and fans.

Qualifications:

• Previous Coaching Experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III philosophy, recruitment, rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of NCAA jumping events (long jump and triple jump) preferred. Valid Driver’s License preferred. CPR certification is preferred. USATF Level One Certification is preferred.
• Ability to handle varying levels of stress while maintaining a professional demeanor. Possible lifting, bending, walking, kneeling, stretching, and stooping. Frequent district-wide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; outdoor exposure to sun/heat or cold weather. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to see details of objects that are less than a few feet away or are more than a few feet away. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• The following off-campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required. As a University volunteer, you are required to complete all University-specific and/or OSHA related training to fulfill your job duties. Specific training will be conducted online or in person. Volunteers must complete all trainings required by Benedictine University.

Disclosures:

• Any potential volunteer must go through a preliminary background check with successful completion in order to be a volunteer.
• Volunteers are not to be paid for volunteer services rendered to Benedictine University.

Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic and other University administered programs or employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional and statutory protections of the University's rights as a religiously sponsored institution. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training and compensation.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.