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Position Title:

Temporary Assistant Coach and Internal Operations Assistant for

Women's Track Compensation:

$9,000-$10,000

Department:

Intercollegiate Athletics Ops -

Temp Start Date:

07/29/2026 About this opportunity: Ball State University Athletics is committed to developing champions in competition, in the classroom, and in life. As a proud NCAA Division I member of the Mid-American Conference, our department is driven by a culture of excellence, integrity, innovation, and service. We believe our people are our greatest competitive advantage, and we are committed to creating an environment where employees are empowered to grow professionally, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of more than 400 student-athletes. Located in Muncie, Indiana, Ball State offers the resources of a nationally recognized public university with the close-knit culture of a department that values teamwork, inclusion, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for an opportunity to contribute to a tradition of success while helping shape the future of Division I athletics, we invite you to join our team. Qualifying candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Description:

Ball State is seeking an Temporary Assistant Coach and Internal Operations Assistant for Women's Track.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

Provide coaching, teaching, and instruction to student-athletes in assigned event areas, including the development of technical skills, training plans, competition preparation, and overall student-athlete development. Coordinate day-to-day administrative and operational activities for the Track & Field and Cross Country programs. Manage team communications, including practice schedules, travel itineraries, meeting information, and other program updates. Assist with planning and coordinating team travel, including transportation, lodging, meals, and related travel documentation. Maintain equipment, apparel, and inventory records; coordinate ordering, distribution, and replacement of team equipment and supplies. Coordinate use of practice and competition facilities, including scheduling, event preparation, and communication with internal and external stakeholders. Prepare, organize, and maintain compliance-related documentation in accordance with NCAA, Mid-American Conference, and University policies and procedures. Support recruiting and operational recordkeeping by maintaining accurate program files and assisting with required administrative processes. Assist with budget tracking, purchasing, and other administrative transactions in accordance with University policies. Provide organizational and logistical support for home competitions, camps, clinics, and special events. Assist coaches with practice organization, student-athlete support, and coaching responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach. Collaborate with Athletics staff and campus partners to ensure efficient operation of the Track & Field and Cross Country programs. Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of Ball State Athletics.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience as an athlete or coach in track and field and/or cross country at a competitive level High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university How to apply: Please apply via Workday.

Required Documents:

Resume Cover letter-optional but preferred Three references should be provided

IMPORTANT

To ensure accurate processing of your application, do not rely on a resume upload to populate the job experience section. All work history must be entered directly into the application fields. Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification. Goodness requires action to grow. We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action.

Our main priority:

uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly. There are about 3,000 full-time faculty and staff in the Ball State University work family. Each brings unique gifts to help us be the kind of institution we want to be. In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more. Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we've invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state-of-the-art facilities and one-of-a-kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene. What could be better? You here - for starters. Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position. Contact Melissa Rubrecht, Director of Employee Relations, at 765-285-1823 for assistance. People and Culture Services Administration Building (AD), Room

G008 2000

University Avenue Muncie, IN 47306 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Monday-Friday Phone:

765-285-1834

Fax:

765-285-8663