Assistant Coach, Track & Field - Throws (temporary part-time)

Job Description

Summary: Queens University of Charlotte, an NCAA Division I affiliate that competes in the ASUN Conference, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Coach, Track & Field - Throws. This is a temporary part-time position (up to 20 hours/week, some weeks with no hours scheduled due to work requirements) and is expected to continue through May 2025.

This position is considered a responsible employee for purposes of the university’s Sexual Misconduct Policy. As such, this position is required to report any incident of sexual misconduct or interpersonal violence to the university’s Title IX Coordinator when made aware of such.

The Assistant Coach, Track & Field – Throws reports to the Director of Cross-Country and Track & Field. This position is exempt from provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not eligible to earn overtime pay for hours worked above 40 in a single week. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Adhere to the highest standards of student-athlete welfare.
• Assist Director in developing coaching techniques, overall team and individual player strategies.
• Assist student athletes with individual performance and provide leadership/direction for improvements.
• Adhere to all NCAA rules and regulations for the sport.
• Coordinate activities for home & away matches including travel plan, inventory or equipment, etc.
• Assist with recruiting and scouting within NCAA regulations and Queens’ academic admissions standards, including: develop databases, call potential recruits, plan and organize recruiting trips, and accurately and timely complete all paperwork associated with those efforts.
• Oversee student athlete weight room training, in coordination with Strength & Conditioning coaches.
• Provide informal support to student athletes in academic and personal matters.
• Support staff in event operations on a regular basis.
• Participate in fundraising and public relations activities.
• Participate in summer sport camps.
• Must be able and willing to regularly work evenings and weekends to achieve objectives of the position.

Non-Essential Duties:

• Other duties may be assigned as needed to achieve department and university goals.

Qualifications

Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required

• Collegiate track and field and/or coaching experience and ability to transfer the knowledge and skills gained to student athletes.
• Background in all throwing events.
• Successful, proven experience with recruiting and scouting.
• Knowledge of conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Proven track record of consistently 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 completion.
• Proven ability to handle and maintain confidential information; familiarity with FERPA a plus.
• Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license, or ability to attain same by hire date.
• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in experience and education.
• Diverse candidates are STRONGLY encouraged to apply.

Application Process
Does this sound like a good fit? Click on the green “I’m interested” button and submit:

1. A cover letter addressing the position qualifications and experience
2. Current résumé
3. Salary requirements
4. Contact information for three professional references.

Applications received by January 31, 2025, will receive first consideration. Queens will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

Additional Information

About Queens University of Charlotte

Located in the heart of the nation’s second fastest growing metropolitan area, Queens University of Charlotte leverages the city’s diverse and thriving environment as an extended classroom. Nationally recognized for undergraduate programs in international and interdisciplinary education, Queens blends the best of liberal arts learning with professional preparation and community engagement. Focused on supporting success for diverse learners, faculty build close and collaborative relationships with students and help them build intentional and individualized roadmaps for flourishing at Queens and beyond. At the graduate program level, the University offers innovative educational experiences that help learners advance professionally and retool for new opportunities. Our environs afford faculty myriad opp