Miami University, a Division I institution known for its commitment to excellence in athletics, is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our track and field coaching staff as an Assistant Coach specializing in Sprints, Hurdles, and Jumps. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with our Head Coach in developing and implementing training programs, recruiting top-tier athletes, ensuring NCAA compliance, managing meet schedules, coordinating travel plans, and fulfilling other responsibilities essential to the success of our program.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Training Development: Collaborate with the Head Coach to design and implement effective training plans tailored to the specific needs of sprinters, hurdlers, and jumpers.

Recruitment: Assist in identifying and recruiting talented student-athletes who demonstrate the potential to excel in sprints, hurdles, and jumps.

NCAA Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to NCAA rules and regulations regarding recruiting, eligibility, and student-athlete welfare.

CARA Logs: Maintain accurate and up-to-date Countable Athletically Related Activities (CARA) logs per NCAA guidelines.

Meet Management: Assist in organizing and coordinating all aspects of team participation in track and field meets, including entry submissions, travel arrangements, and logistical planning.

Performance Analysis: Analyze athlete performance data to identify areas for improvement and adjust training strategies accordingly.

Student-Athlete Development: Provide guidance and support to student-athletes in balancing academic and athletic responsibilities, fostering personal growth and development.

Team Culture: Contribute to a positive and inclusive team culture prioritizes teamwork, accountability, and sportsmanship.

Community Engagement: Engage with alumni, fans, and the broader community to promote the track and field program and enhance its visibility and support through social media.

Professional Development: Stay abreast of current trends and best practices in coaching, attending clinics, workshops, and conferences as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

• Previous coaching experience at the collegiate or elite level

About MIAMI UNIVERSITY

Affiliation: Public university of OhioPhilosophy: Miami is a residential university with a focus on teaching undergraduates. A liberal education core complements the more specialized studies of the majors.Established: 1809; named for the Miami Indian Tribe that inhabited the area now known as the Miami Valley Region of OhioLocations: Main campus in Oxford, Ohio (35 miles north of Cincinnati); regional locations in Hamilton, Middletown, and West Chester, Ohio; European Center in LuxembourgEnrollment: 14,872 undergraduates and 2,395 graduate students on the Oxford campus; 3,680 undergraduates on the Hamilton campus; 2,271 undergraduates on the Middletown campus; 205 graduate students at the Voice of America Learning Center (based on Fall 2010 enrollment) Miami University, an EO/AA employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami does not permit, and takes action to prevent, harassment, discrimination and retaliation. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@MiamiOH.edu or 513-529-3560. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report may be found a...t: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html. Criminal background check required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco­ free.

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