Academy & College Assistant Track & Field Coach

About Salem Academy and College

Salem Academy and College is the oldest continuously operating educational institution for girls and women in the country.  Since 1772, the institution has engaged in transformational change to innovate women’s education. Founded with the mission of making education accessible to all, Salem has a rich 254-year-old history and a long-standing track record of educating students who are prepared to make a bold impact locally, nationally and globally through liberal arts education. Our graduates are committed to making the world a better, healthier and more equitable place. Salem College is the nation’s only liberal arts college exclusively dedicated to developing the next generation of health leaders.

Position Summary

Salem College, an NCAA Division III institution and member of the USA South Athletic Conference, invites applications for the position of Assistant Track & Field Coach. The Assistant Coach will assist the Head Track & Field Coach in all aspects of the women's track & field program, including recruiting, athlete development, practice planning, meet preparation, and program operations.

The successful candidate will be passionate about coaching, mentoring student-athletes, and contributing to a culture of academic achievement, personal growth, and competitive excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

·  Assist with planning and conducting practices, workouts, and training sessions.

·  Provide technical instruction and skill development in assigned event areas.

·  Assist with meet preparation, competition strategy, and athlete performance evaluation.

·  Recruit and retain qualified student-athletes who align with Salem College's academic and athletic mission.

·  Support the academic success, personal development, and well-being of student-athletes.

·  Foster a positive team culture focused on accountability, leadership, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

·  Assist with travel planning, meet logistics, and team operations.

·  Support fundraising efforts, community engagement activities, camps, and clinics.

·  Assist with equipment management and facility preparation.

·  Maintain compliance with NCAA Division III, USA South Conference, and Salem College policies and regulations.

·  Assist with social media content, recruiting communications, and program promotion.

·  Drive a college-owned 15-passenger van to transport student-athletes to practices, competitions, recruiting activities, and other team-related events as assigned.

·  Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Track & Field Coach and Director of Athletics.

Additional Expectations:

• Uphold the mission and values of Salem College
• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity in all interactions
• Support the holistic development and well-being of student-athletes

Required Qualifications

· HS Diploma required (bachelor’s degree Preferred)

· Previous playing and/or coaching experience at the high school, club, or collegiate level preferred

· Strong knowledge of fundamentals, strategies, and player development

· Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

· Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

· Commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion

Physical Functions

While performing the responsibilities of the Assistant Women’s Track & Field  Coach the employee is required to sit for varying lengths of time; bend, reach, lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds; occasionally stand, walk, and kneel and regularly ascend/descend stairs; use hands and fingers to handle or feel and manipulate keys on a keyboard; perform extended periods of work at a computer workstation, view a computer monitor; perceive sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and receive detailed information through oral communication; express and exchange ideas by means of spoken word; and work in an office setting.

Salem College is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For questions, please contact Michael Williams, Athletic Director at michael.williams@salem.edu