Saint Mary's University·Winona, Minnesota
Assist the head coach in operating a competitive Division III track and field program, focusing on specific event groups like sprints, hurdles, jumps, or throws. Responsibilities include planning practices, managing meets, recruiting high-caliber student-athletes, and fostering a positive team culture.
Overview and Responsibilities Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is seeking candidates who are eager to contribute to its Lasallian Catholic mission of awakening, nurturing, and empowering learners to ethical lives of service and leadership.
We invite individuals to help transform lives through education, inspired by the Catholic Intellectual Tradition’s quest to understand the human experience through faith and reason and its embrace of all who are dedicated to learning from one another through authentic conversations in search of the truth.
We are especially interested in and give preference to candidates who demonstrate a vision to create and nurture initiatives that will advance our mission within the scope of their duties and who will foster a culture of dialogue that, with respect for all people, supports the search for meaning and purpose in pursuit of excellence.
Job Summary This position is responsible for assisting the head men’s and women’s cross country and track and field coach in the operation of all functions related to coaching a competitive division III men’s and women’s track and field program.
Fundamental duties include but are not limited to: coaching (specifically responsible for one of the following areas: 1. sprints / hurdles or 2. field events / jumps or 3. throws depending on area of expertise / qualifications), assist with meet management, assist with recruitment of student-athletes; and assist with student-athlete development.
The position is a full time, 12 month position, with full benefits.
Salary Range: $34,000 Main
Coaching (specifically responsible for one of the following areas: 1. sprints / hurdles or 2. field events / jumps or 3. throws depending on area of expertise / qualifications) Assist with planning pre-season, season, and off-season practices Assist the associate track and field coach with meet management of home meets (cross country as well as track and field) Assist the recruiting coordinator with Recruiting High-caliber student athletes with high character (cross country as well as track and field) Assist with enhancing the student-athlete collegiate experience through team expectations and culture Stress academic and athletic excellence Assist with retention of student-athletes Build a positive team culture Assist with social media posts Assist with other day-to-day team operations as assigned Perform secondary duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.
Experience and Education Requirements Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree Previous collegiate, club or high school coaching experience
Master’s Degree 3-5 years of experience in collegiate, club or high school coaching Essential Knowledge & Skills Ability to train functional groups within team training system. Work independently on multiple projects. Forward-thinking with excellent problem-solving skills. Collaborate with a large range of personalities and value sets. Communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues, students, recruits and other stakeholders. Conduct oneself according to NCAA Division III and MIAC rules and regulations. Ability to travel. Work evenings and weekends. Physical Demands Medium work. Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Physical Hazards – Health and Safety Concerns Driving Extreme climate (Hot/Cold) Application Requirements Apply online at https://www.smumn.edu/about/offices-services/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ and include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota believes inclusion and human dignity contributes to a robust academic and work environment and is critical to achieving the University's mission in an increasingly diverse society. Individuals with expertise and diverse skills from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The successful candidate must support, respect, and advance the mission of Saint Mary's University as a Lasallian Catholic institution. Saint Mary’s offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending, retirement pension plan, and both undergraduate and graduate tuition remission plans. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
A Bachelor's degree and previous coaching experience at the collegiate, club, or high school level are required. A Master's degree and 3-5 years of coaching experience are preferred.
Market context
In Minnesota, assistant men’s and women’s track and field coaching roles are often shaped by seasonal recruiting, athlete development, and program support needs, so openings can draw candidates with varied coaching backgrounds. These positions are competitive because colleges typically look for a bachelor’s degree plus prior coaching experience, with a master’s degree and 3–5 years of experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show event-specific coaching, recruiting, and team support experience.