Title: Assistant Coach - 9 Months

Employee Classification: Assistant Coach - 9 Months

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Office of the President

SubDivision-Department: DAL-Office of the President

Department: DAL-Men's Track&Field/CrossCountry-500430

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The University of North Texas at Dallas is committed to providing student-athletes, an exceptional collegiate athletic experience. In accordance with the NAIA and the Sooner Athletic Conference values and expectations. UNTD administration, coaches and staff will lead by example through the mission and vision of the athletic department. 

Position Overview

The University of North Texas at Dallas Athletics Department is responsible for cross country, track and basketball athletics teams, meeting the requirements of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). The University the first four year public institution of higher education in Dallas seeks an individual who will assist the head coach in leading the Track team. Candidates should be able to recruit, mentor, coach and lead students who will represent the university and its mission of providing high quality, student focused education in preparation for tomorrows careers. The Assistant Coach will support a program that adheres to the highest standards of compliance, competitiveness, sportsmanship, and quality. It is anticipated that in addition to coaching, the Assistant Coach may be expected to provide assistance in arranging participation in meets against appropriate competition, helping with travel arrangements, and working with support staff as appropriate to assure the academic and personal success of the teams student athletes. The Assistant Coach will also be expected to support student athletes in their academic challenges and opportunities. 

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree and one year experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with young people, preparing them for success in life as well as athletically.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum ten years experience as a track coach at the collegiate level preferred. Proven ability to coach jumps, sprints and relays essential.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Candidates should be able to recruit, mentor, coach and lead students who will represent the university and its mission of providing high quality, student focused education in preparation for tomorrows careers.
• The Assistant Coach will support a program that adheres to the highest standards of compliance, competitiveness, sportsmanship, and quality.
• The Assistant Coach may be expected to provide assistance in arranging participation in meets against appropriate competition, helping with travel arrangements, and working with support staff as appropriate to assure the academic and personal success of the teams student athletes.
• The Assistant Coach will also be expected to support student athletes in their academic challenges and opportunities.

Physical Requirements:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

Environmental Hazards:

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. 8am-5pm, including practices and game times

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.