What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Track & Field Coach position at University of Maine?
Assists the Track and Field Program with coaching, recruiting, and training for athletic competition at the Division I level. Adheres to all governing procedures and regulations of the Athletic Department, University, Conference and the NCAA. Typical hiring salary for this position is $64,578.30 commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist with coaching throws, jumps, multi events and/or other events as needed or assigned.
- Prepare and supervise pre-season conditioning, in season conditioning training technique skills and practices and prepare out of season suggested conditioning.
- Organize and administer recruiting.
- Assist with academic progress, including advising, mentoring and instructing as assigned.
- Assist with meet management.
- Assist with track and field clinics and summer camps when applicable.
- Foster community relations to develop and promote track and field inside and outside the University.
- Other reasonably related duties as assigned by the head coach.
About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu .
The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.
UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Excellent organizational, written and oral communication.
Preferred:
- Collegiate-level coaching experience in Track & Field, with an emphasis on throwing events and/or a combination of jumps and multi-events.
- Experience in college recruiting.
Other Information:
To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on November 9, 2026.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Dental Insurance, Sick Leave