Track and Field Coach

This is a part-time position

Job Summary

Maharishi International University is seeking a Head Coach for Track & Field with a strong desire to bring out the best in their student athletes through a holistic training methodology. This position will have the opportunity to build and lead our brand-new program. This is a unique opportunity to shape a team-and a legacy-from the ground up at a university that integrates athletics with a deeper purpose: personal, professional, and social transformation through the development of consciousness.

Initially a part-time position, this role will grow into a full-time position upon successful recruitment and arrival of a full team roster. We're looking for a coach who's energized by the challenges of a start-up environment and inspired to foster a team culture grounded in MIU's Consciousness-Based Sports methodology-where inner development, including daily practice of the Transcendental Meditation® technique, is seen as foundational to athletic excellence.

Job Responsibilities:

Program Development & Leadership

Lead all aspects of launching and managing MIU's Track & Field program.

Recruit and retain student-athletes aligned with MIU's values and NAIA eligibility standards.

Develop training plans that build athletes' skills, strength, and resilience across sprint, distance, jump, and/or throw events depending on team composition.

Create a competitive schedule that emphasizes performance and development, while aligning with university priorities and budget.

Holistic Coaching

Learn and apply MIU's Consciousness-Based Sports methodology, integrating principles of holistic development into training sessions and team culture.

Support and encourage daily practice of the Transcendental Meditation® technique among athletes as a performance-enhancing and life-enriching tool.

Help athletes set and achieve personal, academic, and athletic goals in alignment with their deeper potential.

Administrative & Team Operations

Monitor student-athlete academic progress and NAIA eligibility requirements in coordination with university staff.

Collaborate with the Athletic Director, Associate Athletic Director, and Sports Programs Coordinator to ensure smooth operations.

Partner with university departments (e.g., admissions, housing, financial aid) to support the complete student-athlete experience.

Manage team budgets, equipment needs, and travel logistics.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree.

Coaching experience at the collegiate, club, or high school level in track and field.

Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills.

Experienced recruiter at the collegiate level.

A growth mindset and openness to holistic and consciousness-based approaches.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in a related field.

Familiarity with NAIA regulations and recruiting practices.

Personal experience with the Transcendental Meditation® technique or a strong interest in learning it.

Experience building a team or program from the ground up.

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