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About the Role

Under limited supervision, the Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the Cross Country & Track and Field Program. Responsibilities include instructing student athletes, recruitment, supporting academic progress, budget management, scheduling, travel management, and ensuring compliance with rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Teach the fundamentals of the sport during meetings, practices, and games.
• Teach enrolled students in a classroom setting in the general area of physical education.
• Devise and implement athletic strategies for the team.
• Cultivate and support the academic development of student-athletes by monitoring academic progress and implementing action plans.
• Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes.
• Assist with administration of the Program’s budget through monitoring expenditures.
• Coordinate on-campus team meals with the dining vendor.
• Collaborate with Sports Medicine regarding injury prevention and rehabilitation.
• Ensure the safety of all student-athletes by scheduling practices in compliance with rules, overseeing equipment selection and fitting, and recommending improvements.
• Plan and organize team travel, coordinating budget with the Athletic Business Office.
• Manage alumni relations and coordinate correspondence.
• Promote the Athletics Department and Program through community events, public speaking, fundraising, and marketing.
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student athletes.
• Ensure adherence to all NCAA, NESCAC, and College rules by athletes and staff.
• Assume Head Coach duties and responsibilities in the absence of the Head Coach, with approval.
• Attend seminars, conferences, and other professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in an appropriate area of specialization.
• Experience coaching and/or playing at the intercollegiate level.
• Evening and weekend work is necessary.
• Must have a valid active driver’s license.
• A successful background check is mandatory.

Skills

• Coaching
• Playing at the intercollegiate level
• Coaching or competing in throws, jumps, or sprints (preferred)
• Budget management
• Recruitment
• Academic monitoring
• Injury prevention
• Alumni relations
• Fundraising
• Marketing

Location

• Hamilton College

Work Type

• Full-time
• Onsite

Experience Level

• Assistant Coach

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree (preferred)

Salary/Compensations

• $62,354 per year

Benefits

• For Benefits Information, please navigate to the following link: Employment - Work at Hamilton - Hamilton College

About the Company

• Hamilton College is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes a wide array of experiences, backgrounds, and viewpoints as integral components of academic excellence.

Equal Opportunity

• Hamilton College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes a wide array of experiences, backgrounds and viewpoints as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths in these areas.