Assistant Coach /Graduate Assistant – West Liberty University

Institution: West Liberty University

Location: West Liberty University, WV

Salary:

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Expertise in all events area focus will be considered, throws preferred.
• Plan and participate in hosting track and cross country meets, camps, and clinics.
• Participate in fundraising and public relations activities.
• Assist head coach in coordinating practice logistics, assisting with team travel to meets and off-site practices.
• Assist with recruiting, scouting, campus visits, etc.
• Assist in the counseling of student athletes in academic and personal matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Willingness to put in effort to build a successful track and field/cross country program.
• Collegiate track and field experience and ability to transfer the knowledge and skills gained to student athletes.
• Knowledge of conference, MEC and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Proven track record of consistency modeling positive behaviors at all times.
• Strong follow-up and follow-through skills as well as ability to plan, organize and control projects through to competition.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Valid, unrestricted US driver’s license.
• Valid CPR/First Aid/AED Certification.

This position begins January 2025. Interested individuals are required to apply. Please submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references.

Graduate Assistant benefits include 18 credit hours of tuition waiver per year and a housing waiver in select campus housing. Students are responsible for any fees. Students have the option to purchase a meal plan. It is not required even if living in campus housing.

This position includes a stipend.

For additional information concerning this position please contact:

Jason Falvo, Head Cross Country and Track Coach

jason.falvo@westliberty.edu

West Liberty University http://www.westliberty.edu is a small, comprehensive institution under the auspices of the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission.

West Liberty University is a four-year public university and West Virginia’s oldest institution under higher education. Situated on a picturesque hilltop, just 10 miles from Wheeling, offering easy access to major airports, shopping, dining and entertainment. WLU is a small market metro with a rich heritage. Living costs are low, cultural opportunities are many and public parks and schools make it a great place to live, work and raise a family.

West Liberty University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all interested individuals. Individuals who need assistance in the application process may contact Sue Garrison, Student Employment Coordinator at 304-336-8020 or sgarrison@westliberty.edu (do not apply to this email).

WEST LIBERTY UNIVERSITY IS A TOBACCO-FREE CAMPUS

Job Categories

NCAA Division II, Assistant Coach, Graduate Assistant

How to Apply

Email
jason.falvo@westliberty.edu

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