Assistant Coach, Track and Field - Student Success

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63130

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Assists with the coaching, organization, administration and development of a successful college athletic program. Comply with all rules and regulations of the NCAA, the University Athletic Association, Washington University, as well as those of the respective team.

This is a 10-month, full-time position during the months of August through May. The successful candidate can choose to be paid over only those ten months or have their ten months of compensation spread across the full twelve months of the academic year.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists in the planning and implementation of details in all aspects of the assigned sport's program, including team organization and make-up, player selection and evaluations, practice planning and implementation, and game planning and strategy. Represents the university at campus, alumni, and community functions.
• Coaches/instructs team members individually, and in groups, and demonstrates sport-related skills and techniques. May coach/manage a designated skill development area or group of positions. Evaluates individual player's skill performance and provides instruction in areas of deficiency as required. Reviews video footage to evaluate skills and determines needed areas of development.
• Supervises and organizes the assigned athletic program as determined by the Head Coach.
• Organizes and produces scouting reports/information on opponents in a manner determined by Head Coach.
• Assists with team discipline, player counseling and related matters requiring discretion, decision making, and independent judgment.
• Coordinates the recruitment of prospective students to Washington University, requiring the identification of academically qualified prospective student-athletes, ongoing communication with prospects, initiation of applications, and matriculation of prospects.
• Participates in the evaluation of high school talent through high school visits, on-site game observations at high school, regional, state, and national competitions, and film/video review and analysis.
• Teaches classes in the elective Physical Education program.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Head Coach and/or Athletic Director.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to travel to on and off campus games, work alternative work schedules, including evenings and weekends.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver''s license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Master''s degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - American Heart Association, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - American Red Cross, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - American Trauma Event Management, NCAA Rule Test - National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Work Experience:

College Coaching (3 Years)

Skills:

Coaching, Communicativeness, Computer Literacy, Conceptualize Ideas, Coordinating Programs, Following Instructions, Game Analysis, NCAA Compliance, Objectives Oriented, Organizing, Positive Communication, Public Relations (PR), Recruiting, Safe Work Practices, Setting Direction, Skill Development, Sport-Specific Training, Teaching, Team Development, Team Management, Team Supervision, Video Technologies, Work Analysis, Working Independently

Grade

G10

Salary Range

$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one''s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.