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Head Track and Field Coach

Position Number: 6390354
Location: Northampton, MA
Position Type: Athletics/Coaching

Head Track and Field Coach

If you have any questions about the position or our application process, reach out to us at recruiting-u@smith.edu.
AthleticsJob Description

Job Summary

Responsible for planning, developing and coaching the team within Smith College and NCAA Division III rules and regulations. Responsible for the recruitment and development of competitive student-athletes. This is an academic year position.

Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Essential Functions

Plan instructional practice for the track & field program with a special emphasis on sprints, jumps and multi events. Conduct organized and objective based practices. Enhance individual as well as team skills. Utilize various coaching strategies. Improve student-athlete's talents and skill sets. Demonstrate and communicate expertise of sport and events. Sustain a high level of excellence in the quality of the student-athlete experience and competitive success. Be knowledgeable of and abide by all college policies, NCAA policies and rules as well as all NEWMAC guidelines and procedures. (40%)

Assist the Director of Cross Country, Track & Field in the operations of the program including budgeting ,traveling, purchasing and facility usage. Assist in scheduling opponents, uniform and equipment distribution and meal planning.

(20%)

Recruit prospective student-athletes to attend and compete for Smith College. Develop an annual recruiting plan and identify and attract talent. Correspond with prospects and their families using a variety of communication channels.

(40%)

Perform other duties as assigned by management.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience: 1 to 5 years experience

Knowledge of: Sprints, jumps and multi events

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education: Graduate Degree

Required Experience: 1 to 5 years experience

Previous collegiate level experience

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Review of applications will begin
August 4, 2025

Position Type:
Regular

About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women's colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.

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