Job Title Assistant Coach, Men's & Women's Track & Field/Cross Country Essential Job Functions Assists with year-round recruitment of high school and junior college players, including traveling to prospective games/events, phone calls and letters to both coaches and players Assists with delivering coaching instructions in a variety of learning styles Assists with pre/post workouts Ensures tapes/video equipment are prepared for home and away games and exchange tapes with opponents Records statistics for each game Represents Alcorn State University and the Men's and Women's Track & Field program in a professional manner Qualifications Bachelor's degree One (1) year of collegiate coaching experience, including effective leadership, communications, coaching and recruiting preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities Thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject sport Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations Strong knowledge of track & field/cross country skills and strategies Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal Strong coaching and recruiting skills Strong organizational skills Ability to recruit effectively Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community