Position Description
Position Reports to: Head Coach of Cross-Country / Track &
Field
Manhattan University, an NCAA Division I institution and member of
the Metro-Atlantic Athletic Conference (METRO), is seeking
applications for a Men’s & Women’s Part-time Assistant Track
and Field coach to oversee the training, development and management
of the Sprints/Middle-Distance group. The successful candidate is
responsible for assisting in all aspects of a competitive NCAA
Division I Men’s and Women’s Track and Field program to include,
but not limited to: R ecruitment of qualified student-athletes,
coaching of meets and practices, assisting in development of
championship teams while maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Must be committed to and abide by the guidelines of the NCAA, M
ETRO, and Manhattan University Department of Intercollegiate
Athletic policy and procedures and will be expected to work
cooperatively with all constituencies and campus units.
Job Responsibilities
- Must be able and willing to assist in identifying and
recruiting talented and qualified student-athletes and to market
and promote the Manhattan University Cross Country, Track and Field
program.
Must exhibit leadership and professional behavior in dealing
with student-athletes and staff.
Must be a team player andhave the ability tosupport and assist
other employees.
Must contribute to a positive atmosphere for the program both
internally and externally within the athletic department and
University.
Ideal candidate will have experience in and understanding of
the 400m and 800m events and will coach and develop these event
areas.
Recruiting of Sprints and Hurdles or M iddle- D istance events
and Men’s D istance .
Additional responsibilities may include, but are not limited
to: assisting in direction of practices and meets .
Support student-athlete academic success.
Assist in the development of championship teams, while
maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Build and sustain positive relationships with student-athletes,
former players, faculty, alumni, and staff.
Represent Manhattan University positively when interacting with
the community, alumni, high school coaches, club coaches, and
media.
- Other job duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- One year of track and field coaching experience or comparable
competitive athletic experience.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays as
needed.
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to lift equipment on occasion and work in various
environmental conditions.