Assistant Coach - Track & Field (VOL)

General Job Brief: Under the direction of the Head Track and Field Coach, the Volunteer Assistant Coach responsibilities include designing and implementing training programs and practice regimens in specific areas as directed.

The coach will also assist in evaluating and recruiting track and field student-athletes; monitoring the academic performance of certain track and field student-athletes as assigned by the head track and field coach; and performing other duties as assigned.

This role also requires a comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the unique Christian mission and vision of ACU to Transform Culture with Truth, and the ability to advance that mission and vision through the performance of its duties, including person-to-person mentorship and discipleship.

Duties, Tasks, Responsibilities: Assist the head coach to maintain a culture of faith, influence, relationships, excellence.Assist the head coach with recruitment of the track & field program, as directed.Design and implement training programs and practice regimens for the team.Evaluate and offer feedback to student-athletes in the program to help them improve.Assist the head coaches with team travel logistics for competitions and events.Assist in academic accountability and help student-athletes connect with other resources available on campus.Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Duties and Responsibilities: Completing other duties and tasks with utmost integrity and professionalism, as directed and not necessarily mentioned in this description, will be expected.

Commitment to the Universitys faith statement, mission, and purposes; and an active Christian faith.

Comfort and familiarity with the practice of praying with and for others, including students, faculty, and fellow University staff.

The ability to meaningfully support and encourage students, faculty, and staff from a biblical worldview perspective, using relevant and applicable references from the Old and New Testaments and orthodox Christian writings.

Demonstrated alignment with and enthusiastic support for the Christian Mission and Core Commitments of the University, including signing the University's Statement of Faith and Core Commitments annually.

Education and Experience: Bachelors degree (Masters preferred)Demonstrated success as a coach and/or operations coordinator.Demonstrated connection to the Christian Mission and Core Commitments of the University Working Conditions: General sport environmentOffice hours to accomplish administrative tasks.

Time Required: Standard college calendar for in-season and out-of-season.

Year-round recruitment expectations.

Fair Labor Standards Act: This position is considered to be a volunteer position.