Assistant Coach (Seasonal) - Sprints

Assistant Coach (Seasonal) - Sprints

Location: Lisle, IL, US · Posted: 9/14/2026 · Reference: 1074

Job Title: Assistant Coach (Seasonal) -Track Field (Sprints) Department: Athletics Reports to: Director of Track Field Status: Seasonal, Non-Benefit Eligible Location: Lisle Campus Rate: Stipend up to $3,000 based on the start date of assigned period Position Summary: The primary focus of the Assistant Coach (Seasonal) will be the sprint events. Also, administrative support (recruiting). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, training athletes on the track field team, and assisting the Director of Track Field in all aspects of pre-season post-season training, practice, competition, and recruitment. Must be capable of having a flexible practice schedule, monitoring student-athlete academic success, and recruiting strategy for event groups. Also assist the Director of Track Field in organizing team events, travel logistics, hosting outdoor invitationals, and team fundraising. Adherence to NCAA Division III rules and regulations, supporting the philosophy, goals, and mission of the college and its intercollegiate athletics program, as well as adherence to departmental, university, NACC Conference, and NCAA Division 3 policies and procedures is required. Essential Job Responsibilities: 1. Assist in the planning, organizing, and administration of event group practice with various practice times available to athletes. 2.Teach proper fundamentals and techniques of the sprint events through safe training and long-term development of athletes. 3. Assist with recruiting qualified prospective student-athletes who meet the academic and athletic standards of our program. 4. Assist in organizing logistics for Benedictine University team travel and fundraising goals. 5. Assist in meet competition preparation and implementation of meet strategies. Other Functions: Develop relationships within and positively promote Benedictine University and its surrounding community. Attend Department and university-related meetings and events as directed. Represent the Department of Athletics with sportsmanship, integrity, and a high degree of professionalism. Create a positive experience and program assessment for the student-athletes. Maintain positive relationships with alumni, parents, students, officials, volunteers, and fans.