Assistant Track Coach Contract

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Assistant Coach
is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in the development and maintenance of an effective and competitive NCAA Division II program at
Edward Waters University. Teaching will include instruction on the skills and strategies necessary for the student-athlete to become
competitive and successful in this sport. The recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes in this program will be integral to this
position. The Assistant Coach will be expected to teach and demonstrate the ability to promote the physical, intellectual, and social growth
of student-athletes. The Assistant Coach is also responsible for assisting the Head Coach in their assigned responsibilities and in the
direction of all aspects of their assigned sport program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand and comply with all rules and guidelines set forth by the NCAA Division II, Edward Waters University, SIAC (Sothern
  Intercollegiate Athletic Conference), and Edward Waters University Athletics. 
• Understand and comply with the NCAA and Edward
  Waters University philosophy and mission. 
• Act as a professional and positive representative of the Edward Waters University
  Educational Experience. 
• Serve as a teacher, counselor, and role model so that student-athletes will improve upon their
  physical, intellectual, and social behaviors. 
• Maximize the physical talent of the team through quality teaching and coaching,
  and the promotion of teamwork. 
• Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and administering all practice
  sessions. 
• Assist in the recruitment of student-athletes while working through the Head Coach with the Office of Admission to
  maximize enrollment. 
• Retain student-athletes at Edward Waters University and within the team. 
• Assist in
  maintaining, managing, and updating equipment inventories. 
• Teach the skills and strategies necessary for the
  student-athlete’s success in this sport. 
• Assist with the management and maintenance of all game and practice facilities
  used by the team. 
• Participate in team and departmental camps/clinics, community service projects, fundraising activities, and
  alumni events whenever possible.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university,
  master’s degree preferred
• Two years of high school or collegiate coaching experience (collegiate coaching preferred)
• Demonstrated recruiting abilities
• Completion of NCAA Division II Coaching Modules (within 30 days)

Application Procedure:

Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts,
and three professional references (name and contact information) to careers@ewc.edu. The unofficial transcripts must be submitted before the issuance of the contract.