**Job Description** As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. Washington Athletics has an outstanding opportunity for a Assistant Coach – Track & Field to join their team. Washington Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of growth mindset, committed service, humility and grit, the Huskies choose to lead by example. All Husky Athletics staff make an **IMPACT** by committing to creating a purpose driven culture that impacts students and our greater community. We engage in **GROWTH** through dynamic conversations, embracing creativity, and recognizing that every challenge represents an opportunity to learn. We are a **COMMUNITY** who strive to create experiences for our stakeholders every single day. At our core is the belief that **INCLUSION** means creating spaces and places that reflect equity, advocacy and belonging for all. With over 650 student-athletes participating in UW's 22 sports programs, the department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing student-athletes with the ability to compete for national and conference championships while working toward a degree from one of the world's leading public research universities. For more detailed information, please visit our Washington Athletics Candidate Dashboard (https://gohuskies.com/sports/2023/8/26/ica-candidate-dashboard.aspx) . The primary duties of University of Washington Athletic Department coaches are to teach, instruct, educate and impart knowledge to student-athletes regarding the rules and fundamentals of their respective sport with the goal to continuously improve and achieve athletic excellence. The Assistant Coach – Track & Field will assist the Director of Track and Field and Head Coach in the successful operation of the program, and will build and maintain positive working relationships with coaches, staff, and athletes. Primary coaching role will assist with all events in track and field, while also working with staff towards goals of excellence in all aspects of the program, represent the University of Washington, the Athletics Department, and the program with the highest professional and ethical behavior. **RESPONSIBILITIES** + Assist with recruitment of prospective student-athletes. Manage general recruiting inquiries, scheduling, and set up of official visits. Evaluate and recruit local athletes and prospects. May participate in selection of the student-athletes. + Assist with coaching of student-athletes in assigned specialties, administration and planning of practices, management of meets and events, and planning and administration of conditioning programs. + Coordinate with Compliance staff to ensure student-athlete eligibility and with Academic staff to promote the academic progress of each student-athlete. May assist with supervision and logistics of team travel, prepare reports, maintain records, assist with media and alumni relations, and other duties as assigned. Compliance with the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, the Conference, the State of Washington and any other governing body is of paramount importance to the University. The overall responsibility of this position is for the successful operation of the program in full compliance with all such rules and regulations. As a condition of employment, the Employee shall be required to participate in rules education programs offered by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS** Bachelor’s degree and minimum of five years of experience playing, or coaching, or working at the collegiate or professional level and proven ability to relate to student-athletes. Requires knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills **Compensation, Benefits and Position Details** **Pay Range Minimum:** $75,000.00 annual **Pay Range Maximum:** $95,508.00 annual **Other Compensation:** - Taxable benefits include tickets to UW Intercollegiate home competitions. - Non-local candidates may be eligible for a moving allowance. **Benefits:** For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ **Shift:** First Shift (United States of America) **Temporary or Regular?** This is a regular position **FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):** 100.00% **Union/Bargaining Unit:** Not Applicable **About the UW** Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. **Our Commitment** The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) . University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.