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Foot Locker

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Springfield, MO · On-site

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What is a sports assistant?

Sports Assistants are professionals who support coaches, trainers, and sports organizations by helping with the preparation, organization, and administration of sporting activities and events. Their duties may include setting up equipment, managing schedules, assisting with athlete registration, and ensuring that facilities are maintained. They often work in schools, sports clubs, or recreation centers, and play a key role in ensuring smooth operation of practices, games, and tournaments. This position requires good organizational skills, a passion for sports, and the ability to work as part of a team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sports assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sports Assistant, you need a good understanding of sports rules, basic fitness, and organizational skills, often supported by a relevant diploma or experience in sports environments. Familiarity with scheduling software, sports equipment, and first aid certification is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills ensure smooth sports operations, effective coordination with coaches and athletes, and a safe, supportive environment for all participants.

What are some common challenges faced by sports assistants, and how can they be effectively managed?

Sports Assistants often juggle multiple responsibilities such as setting up equipment, coordinating schedules, and supporting coaches or athletes, which can make time management a key challenge. Managing last-minute changes, dealing with diverse personalities, and ensuring smooth communication between team members are also common hurdles. Developing strong organizational skills, being adaptable, and proactively communicating with the coaching staff and athletes can help overcome these challenges and contribute to a positive team environment.

What is the difference between Sports Assistant vs Sports Coach?

AspectSports AssistantSports Coach
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications like CPR may be preferredRelevant coaching certifications; specialized training in sport-specific techniques
Work EnvironmentSports facilities, schools, community centersTraining sessions, competitions, individual or team settings
Employer & IndustrySchools, sports clubs, recreational centersSports teams, athletic organizations, private coaching
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level roles assisting coaches and athletesCompared for leadership and training roles in sports

While both roles support athletic activities, a Sports Assistant typically provides general support in sports settings, whereas a Sports Coach leads training and develops athletes' skills. The roles often overlap in work environment and credentials but differ in responsibilities and level of leadership.

What are the most commonly searched types of Sports jobs in Springfield, MO?

The most popular types of Sports jobs in Springfield, MO are:

What cities near Springfield, MO are hiring for Sports Assistant jobs?

Cities near Springfield, MO with the most Sports Assistant job openings:

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Infographic showing various Sports Assistant job openings in Springfield, MO as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Temporary Inst Asst Coach Volleyball

Drury University

Springfield, MO • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Job Summary:

Assist the head coach in teaching, advising and mentoring student-athletes in accordance with NCAA, conference and university rules and regulations while: 1) creating an atmosphere where graduation is facilitated through participation in intercollegiate athletics, 2) teaching student-athletes to be productive citizens who contribute to society for life, and 3) winning championships. The primary responsibility of the position is teaching effectively in practice and competition, with an emphasis on providing additional individual instruction to student-athletes in how to perform their sport. Secondary to that primary responsibility, the position also: 1) assists the head coach with recruiting, 2) promotes an atmosphere of compliance and student-athlete academic performance, 3) assists the head coach with scheduling and budget management, 4) assists with fundraising, 5) teaches life skills to student-athletes 6) assists the head coach with sport camps as desired, and 7) engages the university and local community by building relationships with constituent group members and by personal and team participation in community service activities in a manner that will increase co-curricular learning experiences for the student-athletes. The instructional assistant coach must have a philosophy that helps the head coach maintain a competitive Division II program that values the educational and personal well-being of its student-athletes while emphasizing the university and athletics department mission, vision, core values and culture.

Duties/Responsibilities:

This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties or responsibility requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

  • Practice and Competition Instruction – Assist the head coach with efforts to teach student-athletes how to perform their sport. More specifically, assist with instructing individual student-athletes on the techniques and tactics of the sport, demonstrate techniques of the sport, evaluate student-athlete and team performance, teach and engage student-athletes in appropriate strength and conditioning techniques, assist with the development of practice and competition plans, scout opposing teams (if applicable to the sport) assist with the development of competition schedules that will prepare the team for conference and NCAA championship success.
  • Student-Athlete Academic Performance – Support student-athlete graduation by: monitoring student-athlete academic performance; implementing appropriate study hall, class checking and grade checking programs; partnering with faculty, tutors, mentors, advisors and other university staff to support the academic performance of student-athletes; and implementing appropriate practice and competition limitations as needed for student-athletes who are not performing adequately in the classroom.
  • Recruiting and Retention – Assist the head coach with efforts to recruit and retain prospective student-athletes who are: admissible to the university, NCAA qualifiers, good citizens who will represent the program well, motivated to graduate from Drury and excellent athletes in the sport.
  • Compliance – Promote an atmosphere of compliance for everyone who is directly and indirectly associated with the sport, comply with NCAA, conference and university rules and regulations.
  • Budget – Assist the head coach with the management of the budget so the program functions within the operating budget allocated by the university and any money raised to supplement the operating budget.
  • Fundraising – Collaborate with athletics department and advancement staff for fundraising events and promotional activities, assist with securing donations needed to supplement the sport operating budget as necessary.
  • Student-Athlete Development – Supplement the education student-athletes receive in the classroom by teaching them life skills that will help them be productive citizens for life, support student-athlete development programming conducted by the athletics department and university.
  • Community Engagement – Promote a positive image of the program and the university by building relationships with constituent group members and by personal and team participation in community service activities; maintain positive relations with various media outlets, community groups, university departments and athletics department staff members.
  • Sports Camps – Assist the head coach with the organization and implementation of sports camps as desired by the head coach.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • An understanding of, and commitment to the fundamental role that intercollegiate athletics, when properly implemented, can play in the educational development of Drury student-athletes
  • Possession of a basic knowledge of the sport, a basic understanding of coaching and instructional strategies, and an ability to instruct and enhance student-athlete development
  • Ability to recruit and retain qualified student-athletes at an academically competitive institution
  • Knowledge of and commitment to NCAA rules
  • Ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner
  • Ability to promote an atmosphere of compliance within the program and monitor the activities of individuals directly and indirectly involved with the program
  • Ability to work successfully with other departments and constituency groups on campus and in the community
  • Ability to motivate and develop student-athletes academically and athletically
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  • Commitment to working with multicultural populations and an awareness of issues affecting women, minorities and international student-athletes
  • Ability to work evening and weekend hours
  • Ability to travel for work-related activities (e.g., competitions and recruiting)
  • Attention to detail while maintaining an understanding of the big picture
  • Strong organizational skills resulting in the ability to prioritize workload and meet short-term deadlines on a regular basis
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Ability to assist the head coach with managing competition schedules and budgets, fundraising and teaching life skills to student-athletes
  • Proficiency with appropriate computer applications and general office equipment and software
  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record


Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • One year of experience teaching and coaching the sport (college coaching experience preferred)

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.


Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee needs to be physically fit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, and listen. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.


WORKING AT DU HAS ITS BENEFITS:

  • Free tickets to Drury home sporting events
  • Free use of onsite fitness center on Springfield campus
  • Discounted meals and Drury merchandise on campus