Assistant Track & Field Coach (Jumps/Vaults) – Dakota State University

Institution: Dakota State University

Location: Madison, SD

Salary: $32,000

Job Description

Dakota State University is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Coach for Men’s and Women’s Track and Field – Jumps/Vaults. This is a 12 month, benefit eligible position that will report directly to the head coach.

The primary purpose of the position is to support the Head Coach in all aspects of the track and field program, including athlete development, recruitment, training, and competition preparation.

The start date of the position will be June 23, 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement training programs for jumps and pole vault events.
• Conduct daily practice sessions, including warm-ups, workouts, cooldowns, and strength training.
• Analyze individual and team performances to adjust training plans for optimal results.
• Provide technique instruction, race strategies, and mental preparation for competitions.
• Identify and recruit talented high school and transfer student-athletes who align with the program’s competitive and academic standards.
• Communicate with prospective athletes, families, and high school coaches to build relationships.
• Assist with on-campus recruiting visits and showcase program benefits to recruits.
• Build strong relationships with student-athletes to provide mentorship and support for both their athletic and academic journeys.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1-3 years of coaching experience (preferably at the collegiate level).
• Competitive collegiate experience in the jumps and/or vaults.
• Proven ability to train and develop track and field athletes.
• Ability to travel for recruiting and competitions, including weekends and evenings.

Benefits:

• Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
• South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
• Paid time off – full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per year. In addition, employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
• Reduced tuition for education.
• Professional liability coverage
• Paid family leave

Job Categories

NAIA, Assistant Coach, Track and Field, Horizontal Jumps, Vertical Jumps

How to Apply

Web Site
https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/43147

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