Assistant Coach – Amherst College
Institution: Amherst College
Location: Amherst, MA
Salary: $28,999, 9 months
Job Description
Amherst College invites applications for the Assistant Coach Men’s & Women’s Track & Field position. The Assistant Coach Men’s & Women’s Track & Field is a full-time, 9-month position.
The Assistant Coach – Men’s & Women’s Track & Field supports the team’s Head Coach in all aspects of the program’s operation. This includes student-athlete development with emphasis in either sprints/hurdles or jumps/multi-events, recruiting, team logistics, and compliance. The role requires flexibility to work some nights, weekends, and to travel overnight for away games and tournaments.
This is a 9-month position.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Coaching & Athlete Development
- Assist the Head Coach with planning and conducting daily practices.
- Provide technical instruction, skill development, and individual feedback to student-athletes.
- May provide preparation and logistical support for games and tournaments.
- Foster an environment focused on growth, accountability, and team cohesion.
Recruitment
- Assist with the identification, evaluation, and recruitment of prospective student-athletes.
- Communicate with recruits and their families through phone, email, and in-person visits.
- Coordinate and participate in on-campus recruiting visits and events.
- Ensure all recruiting activities comply with institutional, conference, and NCAA guidelines.
Team Operations & Logistics
- Manage team travel logistics, including transportation, lodging, and meals for away contests.
- Drive college vehicles to practices, games, and tournaments as necessary.
- Assist in equipment management and inventory control.
Administrative & Compliance Support
- Maintain records related to team activities, recruiting, and travel.
- Assist the Head Coach with administrative tasks and program planning as needed.
Qualifications:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree, or 4-6 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience (collegiate or competitive level preferred).
- Understanding of the role of athletics in a competitive academic environment.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive college vehicles; must successfully complete the Five College Risk Management driver credentialing program.
- Willingness and availability to work nights, weekends, and travel overnight as required.
- Successful completion of required reference and background checks.
- An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check.
Job Categories
NCAA Division III, Assistant Coach
How to Apply
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