Track & Field Assistant Coach

Job no:

R-0000003585

Position Title:

Track & Field Assistant Coach

Faculty or Staff:

Staff

Full Time or Part Time:

Part time

In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:

In-Person

Minimum Starting Rate of Pay:

$20.00

Rate of pay commensurate with experience

Start Date:

10/01/2026

Job Description:

Mount Holyoke College, a highly respected member of NCAA Division III, is seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated individual to join our Athletics department as a Part-Time Assistant Track & Field Coach. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a dynamic student-athlete community by fostering both athletic excellence and personal growth within a competitive, inclusive, and values-driven program.

The Assistant Coach will collaborate closely with the Head Coach and student leaders, supporting all aspects of program administration throughout the academic year. This role requires availability for evening and weekend commitments for practices, competitions, and recruiting events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coach assigned event groups during practices and competitions (throws experience strongly preferred).

• Ensure all training sessions and competitive environments adhere to proper safety standards and best practices within the sport.

• Assist the Head Coach with recruiting efforts, including communicating with prospective student-athletes in full compliance with NCAA Division III regulations.

• Support and help monitor the academic progress, personal development, and overall well-being of all track & field student-athletes.

• Assist with the maintenance, organization, and inventory of event-specific equipment.

• Contribute to the planning and execution of home track & field meets and events.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Required Qualifications:

• Commitment to supporting and developing student-athletes.

• Passion for the sport and dedication to athlete development.

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Self-motivated, with the ability to teach and coach highly talented scholar-athletes in a rigorous academic environment.

• Demonstrated cultural competence working with a diverse student body.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Current Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Knowledge of track & field (throws experience preferred).

• Competitive track & field experience.

• Previous coaching experience.

Hire Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Full Job Description

Background Checks:

Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.

Special Instructions for Applicants: 

Apply online; application materials must include:

• A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications

• A complete resume or curriculum vitae

• For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.

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