West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech), part of the WVU system of campuses located in Beckley, WV is currently inviting applications for a part-time Assistant Track and Field Coach.

About the Opportunity:

As the Assistant Coach, you will be responsible for assisting the head coach and managing all aspects of a collegiate men's and women's track & field program. Your work in this position will primarily focus on assisting head coach in player development.

Assignment length: 12 months
Work Hours: 11.25 hours per week

What you'll do:

• Assist the Head Coach with responsibilities as required for an NAIA Division I or NCAA Division II Program.
  
• On field coaching responsibilities as assigned by the head coach.
  
• Assess with preparation for competitions.
  
• Assist in evaluating talent in current and prospective student-athletes.
  
• Assist in organizing and conducting a strength conditioning program.
  
• Assist in coordinating team meetings, athletic study halls, work outs, etc.
  
• Assist in monitoring the academic progress, retention rates and graduation rates of student-athletes
  
• Assist in disciplining and monitoring conduct of student-athletes.
  
• Remain current and adhere to all Institutional, NCAA and/or NAIA rules.
  
• Assist in compiling annual inventories and preparing for equipment purchases according to state purchasing policies.
  
• Assist in maintaining a competitive team.
  
• Assist with recruiting quality student athletes that meets the criteria established by the Athletic Administration.
  
• Assist with organizing pre-game activities
  
• Other duties as assigned by the head coach and/or the Director of Athletics.

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of collegiate playing experience and/or,
  
• A minimum of one (1) year of successful coaching experience.
• Collegiate track& field experience.
  
• The candidate will be responsible for assisting the Head Track & Field Coach in the development of the throwing events (shot, discus, weight & hammer).
  
• Ability to work positively with administration, athletic department staff, students and the Director of Athletics in developing and maintaining a good working relationship with the institution and the community.
  
• Excellent computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful coaching experience preferred.

• Valid Driver's License.

At West Virginia University, we leverage our talents and resources to create a better future for our state and the world. As West Virginia's land-grant university, WVU has three campuses that touch each corner of the state. The WVU System includes 518 buildings on 15,880 acres, Extension Service offices in all 55 counties, ten experimental farms and four forests.

From the groundbreaking R1 research of our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs of WVU Potomac State in Keyser to the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley - the contributions of WVU employees directly impact the 1.8 million people of West Virginia every day, no matter their role or position.

Service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation are the core values that unite Mountaineers, inspiring one another to work tirelessly and support others as they seek to reach new heights. After all, when you're a Mountaineer, impossible is just another mountain to climb.

Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic learning environment is core to WVU's academic mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.