Ball State University·Muncie, Indiana
Provide technical coaching and instruction to women's track and field and cross country student-athletes. Manage day-to-day administrative operations, including travel coordination, equipment inventory, and compliance documentation.
Temporary Assistant Coach and Internal Operations Assistant for Women's Track Compensation: $9,000-$10,000 Department: Intercollegiate Athletics Ops - Temp Start Date: 07/29/2026 About this opportunity: Ball State University Athletics is committed to developing champions in competition, in the classroom, and in life. As a proud NCAA Division I member of the Mid-American Conference, our department is driven by a culture of excellence, integrity, innovation, and service. We believe our people are our greatest competitive advantage, and we are committed to creating an environment where employees are empowered to grow professionally, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of more than 400 student-athletes.
Located in Muncie, Indiana, Ball State offers the resources of a nationally recognized public university with the close-knit culture of a department that values teamwork, inclusion, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for an opportunity to contribute to a tradition of success while helping shape the future of Division I athletics, we invite you to join our team.
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What you'll do and what you'll bring: Position Description: Ball State is seeking an Temporary Assistant Coach and Internal Operations Assistant for Women's Track.
Job Responsibilities and Duties: Provide coaching, teaching, and instruction to student-athletes in assigned event areas, including the development of technical skills, training plans, competition preparation, and overall student-athlete development.
Coordinate day-to-day administrative and operational activities for the Track & Field and Cross Country programs.
Manage team communications, including practice schedules, travel itineraries, meeting information, and other program updates.
Assist with planning and coordinating team travel, including transportation, lodging, meals, and related travel documentation.
Maintain equipment, apparel, and inventory records; coordinate ordering, distribution, and replacement of team equipment and supplies.
Coordinate use of practice and competition facilities, including scheduling, event preparation, and communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare, organize, and maintain compliance-related documentation in accordance with NCAA, Mid-American Conference, and University policies and procedures.
Support recruiting and operational recordkeeping by maintaining accurate program files and assisting with required administrative processes.
Assist with budget tracking, purchasing, and other administrative transactions in accordance with University policies.
Provide organizational and logistical support for home competitions, camps, clinics, and special events.
Assist coaches with practice organization, student-athlete support, and coaching responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach.
Collaborate with Athletics staff and campus partners to ensure efficient operation of the Track & Field and Cross Country programs.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of Ball State Athletics.
Experience as an athlete or coach in track and field and/or cross country at a competitive level High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
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Requires a high school diploma and experience as a competitive athlete or coach in track and field or cross country. A bachelor's degree is preferred.
Market context
In Indiana, temporary assistant coach and internal operations assistant roles in women’s track often draw interest when programs need flexible support for training, meet logistics, and day-to-day operations. Competition for these openings can be strong because employers usually want candidates with track and field or cross country experience, plus the ability to handle both coaching and administrative tasks. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; review the full posting carefully and tailor your application to your competitive experience and high school diploma, noting a bachelor’s degree if you have one.