Assistant Coach, Track and Field – Throws

Job summary

Support the Head Coach with all aspects of the university’s Track and Field program. Teach and train student-athletes in the throws events, including shot put, discus, hammer, and javelin.

Job details

Part-Time Assistant Coach, Track and Field – Throws IN THIS SECTION Felician University is currently offering an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, energic, enthusiastic and experienced athletics professional to serve as Assistant Coach for Track & Field – Throws. The Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting the Head Coach with all aspects of the program at the University, with primary responsibility for teaching and training student-athletes in the throws events (shot put, discus, hammer and javelin). The position is a fully in-person, part-time appointment not to exceed 25 hours per week. Position Type Part-time, 12-months, Exempt Department: Athletics Education Bachelor’s degree required. Degree requirement may be waived with significant relative practical coaching experience. Qualifications Minimum of 1-year collegiate coaching experience in Track & Field – Throws, strong written and verbal communications skills; proven ability to engage, motivate and direct a team of student athletes of diverse backgrounds and experience levels; detail-oriented; ability to instruct skills associated with Track & Field; ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule which includes evenings and weekends; ability to support and promote the Franciscan Felician mission and values of the University. To Apply Send cover letter, resume and 2 professional references electronically to the Head Coach or via USPS to Mr. John Maresca, Head Coach Track & Field Felician University Athletics 1 Felician Way Rutherford, New Jersey 07070

What you’ll do

Support the Head Coach with all aspects of the university’s Track and Field program. Teach and train student-athletes in the throws events, including shot put, discus, hammer, and javelin.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is required, though it may be waived for significant relevant practical coaching experience. Applicants need at least one year of collegiate Track and Field throws coaching experience, strong communication skills, the ability to lead athletes from diverse backgrounds and experience levels, and availability for evening and weekend work.

Listed skills

• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Throws Event Coaching
• Shot Put Instruction
• Discus Instruction
• Hammer Instruction
• Javelin Instruction
• Athlete Training
• Team Leadership
• Motivation
• Communication
• Track and Field Instruction
• Attention to Detail
• Flexible Scheduling

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Education