Join Purdue University Fort Wayne (PFW): PFW is currently seeking an on site Assistant Coach Men's & Women’s Track & Field. This position will assist in the development and promotion of a competitive NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Track and Field program, with a focus on the sprints and hurdles event group.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and promotion of a competitive NCAA Division I Men's & Women's Track & Field program.
• Understand, follow and enforce all NCAA bylaws, League regulations, and university academic and other policies and procedures.
• Assist with the recruitment of quality athletes.
• Assist with the running of practices and practice content.
• Monitor the academic progress of student-athletes.
• Assist with the scheduling of contests and travel arrangements (vehicles, meals, lodging, etc.)
• Assist with any needed coordination of team technical needs, ordering equipment, uniforms, gear and/or supplies.
• Serve as an instructor for one HPER course per year for the School of Education, including development of course content, materials, evaluation and assignment of grades
• Reinforce and uphold team rules, behavior guidelines and expectations consistent with university, NCAA, and Athletic Department policies.
• Create and foster an environment that promotes the overall health and welfare of student-athletes.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree.
• 2 years work experience at the NCAA Division I, II, or III level, or NAIA coaching experience with a specialty in working with sprints and hurdle event groups.
• Working knowledge of NCAA DI rules, fundamentals, techniques, and rules of sport.
• Able to effectively communicate with student-athletes, parents, coaches, media, faculty, staff, students and public.
• Strong supervisory and public relations skills required along with support of Athletic Department values and principles, and a commitment to fundraising. 
• Able to assist in the assessment of athletic skills and instruct athletes in techniques of sport.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and remain in compliance with the Purdue University Motor Vehicle Records Check policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree.
• Experience at the Division I Level.

Benefits:

• Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
• Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
• Insurance starts on first day of employment.
• Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.
• Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/

Additional Information: 

• Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information are not permitted.
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.

• A background check and a Motor Vehicle Records Check (MVR) are required for this position.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/EA employer.

About Purdue University Fort Wayne

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