MISERICORDIA UNIVERSITY·Dallas, Pennsylvania
The coach will plan and lead event-specific training sessions for shot put, discus, javelin, and hammer. They are responsible for developing athlete technique and performance while supporting the overall athletic program mission.
Misericordia University is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable part-time Track & Field Throwing Coach to assist with coaching student-athletes in throwing events, including shot put, discus, javelin, and hammer. Responsibilities include planning and leading event-specific training sessions, developing technique and performance, and supporting the overall mission of the athletic program. The ideal candidate will have collegiate playing or coaching experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to the academic and athletic success of student-athletes.
Candidates should ideally hold a bachelor's degree and have collegiate playing or coaching experience in throwing events. Technical knowledge of specific throwing disciplines and a commitment to NCAA and university policies are required.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, assistant coaching roles in track and field and cross country are often competitive because schools look for candidates with sport-specific experience, especially in throwing events, plus familiarity with NCAA and university policies. Strong applicants usually pair a bachelor’s degree with collegiate playing or coaching background and technical knowledge of throwing disciplines. Review the event focus and policy expectations carefully, and use the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare the original posting before applying.