Assistant Coach: Track Men's & Women's
Saint Michael's College
Location
Colchester, Vermont
Salary
$45,000 / YEAR
Quick overview
The assistant coach will mentor student-athletes in sprints, hurdles, long jump, and relays while leading event-specific practices. Responsibilities also include supporting recruiting efforts and collaborating with athletics staff to enhance the student-athlete experience.
Requirements summary
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with competitive and/or coaching experience preferred, ideally at the college level. Current CPR and Basic First Aid certifications are required, along with familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
Job description
The Department at Saint Michael's College invites applications for an Assistant Track Coach. We seek a dedicated coach to mentor student-athletes in sprints, hurdles, long jump, and relays while leading event-specific practices throughout the academic year. The successful candidate will support recruiting efforts, including communication with prospective student-athletes, evaluations, campus visits, and compliance documentation, and will collaborate closely with athletics staff to support a holistic student-athlete experience.Ideal candidates will be team-oriented, highly organized, and committed to student-athlete development while actively engaging in fundraising and community outreach initiatives.
Responsibilities
- include, but are not limited to:
- Lead coaching instruction for sprint, hurdle, jump, and relay athletes during practices and competitions
- Assist with track program operations, including scheduling, travel coordination, equipment management, and administrative tasks
- Supervise pre-season and post-season training programs for assigned event groups
- Recruit qualified student-athletes to strengthen and grow the program
- Uphold the mission, values, and standards of Saint Michael's College
- Participate in departmental and campus professional development opportunities focused on inclusion, belonging, and student support
- Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that values cultural, ethnic, gender, and individual differences among students and staff
The salary for this position is $45,000. For the full job description, click here. [https://files.smcvt.edu/publicdocuments/hr/Athletics/Assistant%20Track%20Coach%202026.pdf]
We recognize that people assess their skills and experience differently. Studies have shown that some candidates may hesitate to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification listed. However, many of the skills and responsibilities in this role can be developed on the job. If you believe you could bring value to our students and community and meet most of what we’re looking for, we encourage you to apply.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Benefits
include health, dental, vision, employer-paid life and disability insurance, voluntary life, critical illness and accident insurance options, parental leave, flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care), 401(k), generous paid time off, paid holidays, employee and dependent tuition benefits, employee and family assistance program, well-being programs and opportunities, discounted gym membership, paid volunteer time, use of the athletic facilities and the library, and countless opportunities to attend presentations, lectures, and other campus activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Competitive and/or coaching experience highly desired, preferably at the college level
- Experience competing in Track at the collegiate level.
Computer/Technology Skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
Licenses, Certifications and Other Requirements
- Current CPR certification to be renewed annually
- Basic First Aid certification to be renewed every three years
- Must meet driver’s eligibility requirements as stated in the
- Saint
- Michael's
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- Vehicle
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- Policy: click here [https://files.smcvt.edu/publicdocuments/HR/PublicSafety/Driving%20Record%20Matrix%202026.pdf]
An offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of background checks.
Application Instructions
- Please be prepared to attach the following documents after clicking on Apply Now button:
- Resume
Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until it is filled.
For a complete job description, benefits information, and to apply online, please visit: Saint Michael's College Careers [https://stmichaels-ibukjb.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2].
Benefits
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Parental Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Paid Volunteer Time
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Well-Being Programs
- Employee Tuition Benefits
- Use of Athletic Facilities
- Family Assistance Program
- Use of Library