Summary: Queens University of Charlotte, an NCAA Division I affiliate that competes in the ASUN Conference, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Coach, Track & Field - Throws. This is a temporary part-time position (up to 20 hours/week, some weeks with no hours scheduled due to work requirements) and is expected to continue through May 2025.This position is considered a responsible employee for purposes of the university’s Sexual Misconduct Policy. As such, this position is required to report any incident of sexual misconduct or interpersonal violence to the university’s Title IX Coordinator when made aware of such.The Assistant Coach, Track & Field – Throws reports to the Director of Cross-Country and Track & Field. This position is exempt from provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not eligible to earn overtime pay for hours worked above 40 in a single week. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: Adhere to the highest standards of student-athlete welfare.Assist Director in developing coaching techniques, overall team and individual player strategies.Assist student athletes with individual performance and provide leadership/direction for improvements.Adhere to all NCAA rules and regulations for the sport.Coordinate activities for home & away matches including travel plan, inventory or equipment, etc.Assist with recruiting and scouting within NCAA regulations and Queens’ academic admissions standards, including: develop databases, call potential recruits, plan and organize recruiting trips, and accurately and timely complete all paperwork associated with those efforts.Oversee student athlete weight room training, in coordination with Strength & Conditioning coaches.Provide informal support to student athletes in academic and personal matters.Support staff in event operations on a regular basis.Participate in fundraising and public relations activities.Participate in summer sport camps.Must be able and willing to regularly work evenings and weekends to achieve objectives of the position.Non-Essential Duties:Other duties may be assigned as needed to achieve department and university goals.
