CATEGORY/LEVEL: Part-time, 10-month position

START DATE: ASAP  

BASIC FUNCTION: Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting the Head Coach in all aspects of the NJCAA intercollegiate track and field programs.  

 RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Knowledge of sprints and hurdles technique and ability to coach said athletes on a daily basis.
• Recruit and retain qualified students to help take the program forward, monitor their academic performance and hold study tables in order to help athletes progress successfully towards completion and graduation.
• Coach and supervise the track and field team during scheduled practices, games and other events linked to the track and field program.
• Assist the program with all NJCAA rules and regulations. Assist in developing strategies to motivate maximum level of individual and team athletic performance required to build and maintain a competitive, high-quality NJCAA program.
• Develop strategies to ensure a safe environment for the athletes.
• Promote the athletic program both on campus and off campus and actively participate in and contribute professionally to the Athletic Department.
• Plan and conduct camps and other fundraising events coordinated with the Head Coach.
• Maintain strong organizational skills, demonstrate reliability, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Fulfill other responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Perform in a manner which strengthens the coordination and cooperation of all organizational components of the College, including opportunities for student recruitment.

NIACC Core Principles: All employees are expected to adhere to all NIACC policies and procedures. NIACC administration, faculty, and staff value a positive working environment and an environment of mutual respect; therefore, all employees are to maintain a positive attitude and respect for others when working with all NIACC departments, employees, students, partners, and the public.

04/2025

     

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Coaching experience or demonstrated ability to coach college athletes
• Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to engage and interact with varying age groups
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience competing or coaching college track and field
• Knowledge of NJCAA

About North Iowa Area Community College

North Iowa Area Community College is a progressive, comprehensive learning institution positioned to serve as the major cultural, educational, and economic development force for the North Iowa region. 2018 marked the 100th anniversary of the College, which began in 1918 as Mason City Junior College (the first public two-year college in Iowa) and became North Iowa Area Community College in 1966.

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