Track and Field Assistant Coach – Jumps (Part Time - Post Campus)

Long Island University (LIU) seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic part-time Assistant Track and Field Coach to support the Head Coach in all aspects of the LIU Men’s and Women’s Track and Field Horizontal and Vertical Jumps programs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Head Coach to implement effective coaching strategies that develop athletes’ technical skills, tactical understanding, and overall performance.
• Foster a team culture rooted in discipline, accountability, and sportsmanship.
• Participate in recruiting efforts to identify and attract top talent; build and maintain relationships with high school coaches, club programs, and prospective student-athletes.
• Support the daily operations of the program including practice organization, competition preparation, travel logistics, and student-athlete welfare.
• Mentor and support student-athletes, focusing on their athletic and academic progress; conduct individual meetings to discuss performance, goals, and improvement strategies.
• Work closely with track and field coaching staff, strength and conditioning staff, athletic trainers, and academic advisors to ensure a comprehensive support system for student-athletes.
• Partner with academic support services to ensure student-athletes maintain strong academic standing and make progress toward their degrees.
• Uphold NCAA, conference, and university regulations at all times; promote a program committed to integrity and ethical standards.
• Represent LIU and the track and field program within the campus and local communities; assist in outreach initiatives and foster connections with alumni and supporters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• USATF Level 1 Certified.
• Minimum of 2 years of coaching experience at the high school level or higher, with a proven track record of success.
• Strong knowledge of Track and Field jumps techniques, strategies, and trends.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with student-athletes, staff, and administration.
• Commitment to adhering to NCAA regulations and LIU’s mission and values.
• Willingness to work irregular hours and travel including evenings and weekends.
• Valid US driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience at an NCAA Division I institution.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting top-level student-athletes.
• Experience with community engagement and building program visibility.