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Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Track & Field/Cross Country

Inside Higher Ed, Lorman, Mississippi, United States, 39096

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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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