Under supervision of the head coach, this position will demonstrate expertise in all aspects of coaching student-athletes. Must commit to building a competitive, quality program that excels academically and on the field of play, while maintaining a positive image and reputation of the department, University, and conference at all times.

Assists head coach in all aspects related to running a NCAA D1 Cross Country and Track & Field program. Including but not limited to: organizing, recruiting, preparing, and conducting individual and team practices, training, and competition.Oversees and coordinates one or more specified areas of a sporting discipline and/or components of a team, as appropriate to the sport being coached. Specifically, this individual will be responsible for coaching the throws events (throws: javelin, shot put, discus, weight and hammer).   Organizes, prepares, and conducts performance training sessions with the Cross Country and Track & Field teams. Assist the Sports Performance staff in managing the athletic department's weight room facilities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: facility scheduling, equipment maintenance, supervision of daily weight room operations/activities, fuel station maintenance, performance staff meetings, etc.Assists in the overall coordination of the relevant sports program with various operational and administrative aspects of the program, including but not limited to: coordinating team travel; assisting with institutional camps; coordinating and managing team equipment/apparel, etc.Represents the sports program to various institutional entities and externally to media, government agencies, students, parents, and the general public.Complies with all NCAA, Conference, University, and Department of Athletics policies.The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements.  They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.