Position Highlights

The Athletics Department is dedicated to excellence in collegiate sports, building a modern model of intercollegiate athletics fostering integrity, innovation, and student-athlete success.

This is a full-time coaching position in the University of Arizona Athletics Department assisting the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country with the recruitment and coaching of student-athletes in a major Division I program. The position reports directly to the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country.

This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and travel for competition and recruiting. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement training programs for student-athletes in Throwing Events.
• Recruit both women and men's Throwers.
• Monitor academic progress of student-athletes.
• Perform administrative duties.
• Assist in all areas of the Track & Field program, including day-to-day operations.
• Oversee practice, both team and individual.
• Coordinate all Drachman Stadium facility operations.
• Budget accountability.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA rules pertaining to recruitment and eligibility.
• Commitment to academic and athletic success.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Dedication and motivation to initiate, lead, and support value-added projects.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Knowledge of NCAA, Big 12, and University of Arizona rules and compliance.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented with a positive demeanor.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to plan, establish priorities, and successfully manage multiple priority projects.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels and project a positive, professional attitude.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Four (4) years of coaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Experience coaching male and female athletes.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.
• USATF Level II Coaching Certification.
• Experience with computers and software, including Microsoft Office.
• Four (4) or more years of coaching experience at the NCAA Division I level or international level.