Volunteer Assistant Track and Field Throw Coach

About the role

Salem College, an NCAA Division III member institution and member of the USA South Athletic Conference, is seeking a passionate, energetic, and student-centered individual to serve as a Volunteer Assistant Track & Field Throws Coach. This position will assist the Head Women’s Track & Field Coach in all aspects of coaching the throws events and contribute to the continued growth and success of the program.

The Volunteer Assistant Throws Coach will play a key role in student-athlete development, practice planning, meet preparation, and fostering a positive and competitive team culture. The successful candidate will possess a strong knowledge of throwing events and a commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy, which emphasizes the overall educational experience of student-athletes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with coaching and instruction of all throwing events, including shot put, discus, hammer throw, and javelin.
• Develop and implement event-specific training plans and technical instruction.
• Aid with practice planning, organization, and daily operations of the track & field program.
• Mentor and support student-athletes both athletically and personally.
• Aid with meet preparation, travel, and competition-day coaching.
• Evaluate and identify prospective student-athletes who fit the academic and athletic mission of Salem College.
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, accountability, and personal growth.
• Support compliance with NCAA Division III, USA South Athletic Conference, and Salem College policies and procedures.
• Aid with equipment management and facility upkeep related to the throws area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Track & Field Coach.
• Ability to drive a 15-passenger van to games.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required (bachelor’s degree Preferred)
• Previous playing and/or coaching experience at the high school, club, or collegiate level preferred
• Strong knowledge of fundamentals, strategies, and player development
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion

Compensation

This is a volunteer position and does not include monetary compensation. However, the position may provide valuable coaching experience, networking opportunities, and potential professional development within collegiate athletics.

Additional Expectations

• Uphold the mission and values of Salem College
• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity in all interactions
• Support the holistic development and well-being of student-athletes

Physical Functions

While performing the responsibilities of the Volunteer Assistant Track & Field- Throw Coach the employee is required to sit for varying lengths of time; bend, reach, lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds; occasionally stand, walk, and kneel and regularly ascend/descend stairs; use hands and fingers to handle or feel and manipulate keys on a keyboard; perform extended periods of work at a computer workstation, view a computer monitor; perceive sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and receive detailed information through oral communication; express and exchange ideas by means of spoken word; and work in an office setting.