Assistant Coach, Track Multi Events

Position Summary: The Track & Field coach is responsible for all aspects of training and coaching student-athletes with an emphasis on the multi-events, decathlon & heptathlon.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepares a Track & Field training program for all student-athletes who participate in the multi-events, decathlon & heptathlon.
• Assesses the skill development of each student-athlete, and partners with school staff and performance coaches to ensure their ongoing comprehensive development
• Assists with the psychological preparation of the student-athlete in both pre-game and post-game
• Develops motivational approach to practices and games
• Interacts with the student-athlete as a mentor and as an educator of the sport
• Responsible for delivering a high-quality program that aids in the annual retention of student-athletes
• Assists in the college placement of the student-athlete
• Supports and maintains a high level of understanding of the four-year model for the Academy program student-athlete
• Effectively communicates to student-athletes and their parents/guardians
• Partners with the student-athlete’s parent/guardian regarding their overall development
• Assists sport advisors in generating new leads and maintaining an accurate pipeline for enrollments
• Assures that proper safety is maintained
• Travels to tournaments and other events as needed
• Coaches at Track & Field camps held at IMG Academy
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in coaching and/or competing in Track & Field at the professional and/or collegiate level
• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field
• Proficiency in all Track & Field training and instructional techniques with an emphasis on the multi-events
• Strong commitment to student-athletes and their development academically, athletically, and socially
• Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to comprehensive excellence

Preferred Skills :

• Bilingual
• USA Track and Field certification and/or IAAF certification in the Multi-Events
• CPR Certification
• Valid driver’s license with ability to drive for tournaments, games, travel

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

• Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment in excess of 40 pounds
• Ability to handle outdoor conditions for a reasonable period of time
• Ability to move around campus including gym, track and field stadium etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays

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