Assistant Coach & Recruiting Coordinator, Track and Field

Position Summary: Assists with the coaching and administrative duties of the NCAA Division I track & field programs. Primary function is the proper instruction and teaching of the fundamentals of the sport assigned, specifically all jumping events and the multi-event. Secondary responsibilities oversite and administration of programmatic recruiting. This includes all prospective student-athletes as well as monitoring the current student-athletes. Other duties will include sport camp involvements as well as certain NCAA duties.

Essential Functions of the Job:

1. Function: Coaching - The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the head coach with the teaching of sport specific fundamentals and skills associated with their assigned sport which includes but is not limited to; observing and evaluating performance and demonstrating proper techniques, executing practice plans to improve student-athletes skill level. In addition, the Assistant Coach is responsible for providing instruction to their student-athletes during practice and competition on certain game day situations relative to plays needed to be run or formations to be in per their instruction. Assists the head coach with the management of all aspects of the sports program. Serves as an on-field coach during practices and games, provides advice on strategy while evaluating player performance and demonstrating proper skills or techniques needed to perform at a high level.

2. Function: Recruiting - Evaluates and recruits high school players, entertains prospective recruits and their accompanied family on campus. Introduces them to the on campus amenities and samples campus life during their tours. Make phone calls, emails or social media contact within the NCAA guidelines for their respective sport. Maintain contact with recruit per Head Coach’s directive and assigned area of responsibility whether that be a region or geographical area or positional responsibility. Monitors the academic performance of certain players as assigned by the head coach. (30%)

3. Function: Sport Camps - Assists in directing or directs sport camps as requested or required by the Head Coach; and markets and organizes the camps so that they are efficiently run and comply with Athletic Department standards and policies. (10%)

4. Function: Other Duties - Performs other duties as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description. (5%)

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• 2 years of track and field coaching experience

OR

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• 8 years of track and field coaching experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies:

• Expertise in the technical aspects of track & field, including the pole vault

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to interact effectively with coaches, administrators, student athletes and vendors

• Extremely organized, self-starter, intrinsically motivated

• Strong organizational, management and leadership skills

• Proven ability to multi-task effectively

• Ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines

• Proficient computer skills including word processing and spreadsheets

• Availability to work flexible work schedule including nights and weekends

• Travel with sport teams for away contests

• Thorough knowledge of NCAA and American conference rules and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree

• Previous coaching experience in NCAA Division I Intercollegiate Athletics

• Competitive collegiate playing experience

NCAA Related:  Ensures that all Department of Athletics and University related activities operate in full compliance with university, conference and NCAA rules and regulations. Attends and participates in scheduled compliance seminars and complies with all the Athletic Department’s efforts to monitor compliance with NCAA regulations.  Seeks interpretations from the compliance staff before acting when necessary.  Reports potential rules violations immediately.  Completes required compliance paperwork in a timely and efficient manner.  Monitors all of their areas and/or programs activities closely to maintain compliance with applicable rules and regulations. 

In order to be considered for this position, applicants are required to apply for IRC32678 via the Tulane University employment website (https://jobs.tulane.edu/position/IRC32678).  The position closes on May 31, 2025.

Please Note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.

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