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Job overview

Area of Responsibility
Coach
Type
Full-Time
Location
Chicago, Illinois

Track and Field Assistant Coach

University of ChicagoFull-TimeChicago, IL

Responsibilities

  • Writing and implementation of track abd field workouts.  Preferred background in the jumping events.

  • Foster a positive and competitive environment.

  • Recruiting of qualified student athletes. 

  • Comply with institutional, University Athletic Association, and NCAA rules and regulations.

  • Assist in the management of home meets.

  • Assist with cross-country as needed.

  • Has a moderate/high level of authority to participate in staff meetings, individual planning meetings, and parent-student staffing.

  • Helps staff to plan and execute events.

  • Performs other related work as needed.


Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.


Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.


Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

  • Master's degree.

Experience:

  • Minimum of two years of significant and relevant playing or teaching/coaching experience in track and field at the professional, collegiate, or high school level.

Certifications:

  • Valid Driver’s License.

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

  • Proficient in computer skills; Microsoft Office and other software.

Preferred Competencies

  • Excellent communication skills.

  • Familiarity with NCAA rules and Division III philosophy.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication.

  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments concurrently.  

Application Documents

  • Resume (required)

  • List of Three References (preferred)


When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.