What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Track & Field: Assistant Sprints/Jumps Coach position at Colgate University?
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Position Information
| Job Category | Casual Wage |
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| Position Title | Part-Time Track & Field: Assistant Sprints/Jumps Coach |
| Full Time/Part Time | Part Time |
| Division | Athletics |
| Department | Track & Field |
| Hiring Wage/Salary Range | $20 - $25 / hour |
| Department Statement | Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume. Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore. This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service. Colgate Athletics seeks to be a welcoming and diverse association of students, coaches, staff, alumni and fans in which all people are treated equitably and respectfully, and can contribute fully to our success; we share common goals, we affirm open communication and civility, we honor the sacredness of each person, we accept responsibility to act for the common good, we care for and serve one another, and we honor our history while celebrating our evolution; and, we strive to consistently perform at the upper range of our potential, to get better every day with a goal to win - to win in competition, in the classroom, in the community and in the lives of every member of the Colgate Community. Colgate Athletics Mission: To be an inclusive community of competitive excellence |
| Accountabilities | Assist Colgate's track & field and cross country programs at practices and competitions. Job duties include but are not limited to skill instruction. Responsible for execution of specific strategic activities and outcomes within assigned sport or area. These will include sustained performance and execution in the following areas: * Adhere to Head Coach's philosophy * Athletic instruction/coaching * Program operations and administration as designated by Head Coach Responsible for role modeling behaviors and leadership for student-athletes. |
Requirements
| Professional Experience/ Qualifications | 1-3 years experience coaching or participation in track & field and/or cross country. A current valid driver's license, in accordance with the University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy, is required. |
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| Preferred Qualifications | 4 years experience coaching or participation in track & field and/or cross country |
| Education | Bachelor's degree is required. |
| Physical Requirements | |
| Other Information | Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the NCAA, ECAC, and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of NCAA, ECAC or Patriot League rules of which he or she is aware. Should a situation warrant further investigation, you have an affirmative obligation to cooperate fully in the infractions process, including the investigation and adjudication of a case. The failure to do so can be grounds for your termination with cause. |
Posting Detail Information
| Requisition Number | 2025CW033Posting |
|---|---|
| Temporary | Yes |
| Work Schedule | This part-time position will typically work 20 hours per week and will not exceed 999 hours in a year. The anticipated months worked are: 8/25/2025 - 8/25/2026 |
| Job Open Date | 08/01/2025 |
| Job Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| EEO Statement | The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. |
| Clery Act |
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu. |
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Do you have a valid driver's license under Colgate University's MVR policy? Drivers shall not have exceeded two (2) "at-fault" accidents or violations within the last eighteen (18) months, had any violation in the past thirty-six (36) months for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired by alcohol and/or drug, or reckless driving, had a license suspension or revocation in the past thirty-six (36) months. The University will run a Motor Vehicle check on the final candidate and regular checks will be made. *
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