Inside Higher Ed
Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Track & Field/Cross Country
Inside Higher Ed, Lorman, Mississippi, United States, 39096
Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Track & Field/Cross Country
Job Summary
The incumbent is responsible for coaching student athletes and assisting in the management and administration of the intercollegiate track and field program within the guidelines, rules and regulations of Alcorn State University, the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject sport
Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Strong knowledge of track & field/cross country skills and strategies
Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
Strong coaching and recruiting skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to recruit effectively
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community
Essential Job Functions
Assists with year round recruitment of high school and junior college players, including traveling to prospective games/events, phone calls and letters to both coaches and players
Assists with delivering coaching instructions in a variety of learning styles
Assists with pre/post workouts
Ensures tapes/video equipment are prepared for home and away games and exchanges tapes with opponents
Records statistics for each game
Represents Alcorn State University and the Men’s and Women’s Track & Field program in a professional manner
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
One (1) year of collegiate coaching experience, including effective leadership, communications, coaching and recruiting preferred
Licensing And Certifications N/A
Work In Noisy (above 85 Decibels) Areas No
Physical Work Requirements
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 Pounds: Occasionally
Light Work - Exerting Up To 20 Pounds: Frequently
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 Pounds: Frequently
Travel Frequently
Extended Work Hours Frequently
Posting Information Posting Number: S1152
Number Of Vacancies: 1
Location: Lorman
Open Date 08/25/2025
Open Until Filled No
Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Statement Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject sport
Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Strong knowledge of track & field/cross country skills and strategies
Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
Strong coaching and recruiting skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to recruit effectively
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community
Essential Job Functions
Assists with year round recruitment of high school and junior college players, including traveling to prospective games/events, phone calls and letters to both coaches and players
Assists with delivering coaching instructions in a variety of learning styles
Assists with pre/post workouts
Ensures tapes/video equipment are prepared for home and away games and exchanges tapes with opponents
Records statistics for each game
Represents Alcorn State University and the Men’s and Women’s Track & Field program in a professional manner
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
One (1) year of collegiate coaching experience, including effective leadership, communications, coaching and recruiting preferred
Licensing And Certifications N/A
Work In Noisy (above 85 Decibels) Areas No
Physical Work Requirements
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 Pounds: Occasionally
Light Work - Exerting Up To 20 Pounds: Frequently
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 Pounds: Frequently
Travel Frequently
Extended Work Hours Frequently
Posting Information Posting Number: S1152
Number Of Vacancies: 1
Location: Lorman
Open Date 08/25/2025
Open Until Filled No
Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Statement Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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