Assistant Men

Assistant Mens & Womens Track and Field Coach

Mount Mercy University invites applications for an Assistant Mens & Womens Coach for Track & Field who will serve as the primary Junior Varsity Head Coach while supporting the varsity program. This position is an excellent opportunity for an energetic and student-centered coach committed to athletic excellence academic success and the holistic development of student-athletes.

As a member of the Mustangs athletic department the successful candidate will help advance a competitive NAIA program while fostering sportsmanship character development and a positive student-athlete experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the leadership organization and administration of the Track & Field program.
• Coach and mentor student-athletes in skill development training competition preparation and personal growth.
• Serve as the primary coach for the junior varsity program while supporting varsity student-athletes and coaching initiatives.
• Recruit and retain high-achieving student-athletes who demonstrate academic and athletic potential.
• Support team persistence retention and academic success goals including maintaining strong team GPA performance.
• Help develop practice plans training programs and competitive schedules.
• Promote student-athlete health safety and well-being in collaboration with athletic training staff.
• Assist with budgeting fundraising program promotion and community engagement activities.
• Represent Mount Mercy University and the athletic department in a professional manner at university alumni civic and community events.
• Ensure compliance with all university conference and NAIA rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree

• Collegiate coaching and/or athletic experience.
• Proven recruiting ability.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to academic excellence character development and student-athlete success.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused environment.
• Ability to work evenings weekends and travel as required.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including health dental and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Tuition remission benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Access to campus amenities cultural events and recreational facilities

St. Ambrose University and its affiliate campuses including Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids Iowa are an inclusive Catholic and diocesan community of learners. Together we empower all members of our community to act courageously to seek wisdom through faith and reason to work for justice and mercy and to lead lives of service. St. Ambrose University and its affiliated institutions within its Catholic higher education network are equal opportunity employers.

How to Apply

Interested individuals should apply online at by submitting a letter of application resume and contact information for three professional references.

Required Experience:

Junior IC