Job Title: Assistant High School Track Coach

Department: Athletic Department

Reports to: Head Track & Field Coach / Athletic Director

Classification: Seasonal (Stipend)

 DEFINITION

Linfield Christian School is seeking an enthusiastic, adaptable, and team-oriented Assistant Track & Field Coach to support our high school track and field program.

The ideal candidate will have a background in track and field, with knowledge or experience in one or more events, and a willingness to assist in other areas of the program as needed.

We are looking for a coach who is flexible, enjoys working with student athletes, and is comfortable contributing to different event groups based on the needs of the team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist with coaching, instruction, and athlete development in assigned track and field events.
• Demonstrate a willingness to support multiple event groups when needed.
•  Work collaboratively with the head coach and coaching staff to organize and conduct practices.
• Help student-athletes develop proper technique, conditioning, confidence, and competitive skills.
• Assist with meet preparation, event supervision, and competition-day responsibilities.
• Adapt to the changing needs of the program throughout the season.
• Promote teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and personal growth.
• Support the Christian mission and values of Linfield Christian School.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Previous experience participating in or coaching track and field.
• Knowledge of at least one track and field event, with additional event knowledge considered a plus.
• Willingness to learn and assist with other events outside their primary area of experience.
• Ability to work effectively with high school student-athletes.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and a team-first coaching mentality.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Linfield Christian School.

ABILITY TO

• Ability to build positive relationships with coaches, students, faculty/staff and parents.
• Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances.
• Set deadlines and priorities; adhere to safety practices; work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changing priorities.
• Communicate effectively.

EDUCATION

• High School Graduate/GED Equivalent
• BA/BS from an accredited college or university preferred

EXPERIENCE

We are seeking a coach who brings a team-first mindset and a willingness to contribute wherever needed. While experience across multiple track and field events is beneficial, it is not required.

The most important qualities are a solid foundation in the sport, adaptability, a willingness to learn, and a genuine passion for developing student-athletes.

Our goal is to build a collaborative coaching staff capable of supporting the overall success of the Linfield Christian Track & Field program.

QUALITIES

• Exhibits a public and private, intimate, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Possesses a clear philosophy of passion for excellence in Christian Education and Linfield Christian School.
• Fosters optimum employee/employer relationships.
• Demonstrates integrity in leadership style and decision making.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

 The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s function require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; occasionally lifting above forty pounds. The job is performed regularly inside campus locations which are subject to moderate to loud and environmental noise. The position takes place in a school and subject to varied weather conditions.