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Throws Coach Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Grow a powerhouse team through coaching, feedback, and celebration. Keep operations humming ... You stay cool under pressure and pivot like a pro when the day throws curveballs. Culture ...

Grow a powerhouse team through coaching, feedback, and celebration. Keep operations humming ... You stay cool under pressure and pivot like a pro when the day throws curveballs. Culture ...

Throws Coach information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the throws coach position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Throws Coach, you need a solid background in track and field athletics—specifically in events like shot put, discus, hammer, or javelin—along with experience in coaching or competing in these disciplines. Familiarity with video analysis software, performance tracking technologies, and coaching certifications such as USATF Level 1 or higher are often required. Exceptional communication, motivational, and organizational skills help in developing athletes and fostering a positive team environment. These abilities are crucial for effectively improving athletes' technique, ensuring safety, and achieving competitive success.

What is a throws coach?

A Throws Coach is responsible for training athletes in track and field throwing events, such as shot put, discus, javelin, and hammer throw. They develop strength and technique programs, provide individualized coaching, and analyze performance to enhance skills. Their role includes injury prevention, competition preparation, and fostering athletes' overall development.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a throws coach?

A Throws Coach generally spends each day planning and conducting practice sessions that focus on techniques, strength training, and conditioning specific to throwing events. Responsibilities also include analyzing athlete performance using video review, providing individualized feedback, and adjusting training programs based on progress and upcoming competitions. Coaches often coordinate with other track and field staff, attend meets to support athletes during competitions, and oversee equipment maintenance. Building strong relationships with athletes and ensuring their physical and mental readiness are also key aspects of the role.

What are the most commonly searched types of Throws Coach jobs in Ohio? The most popular types of Throws Coach jobs in Ohio are:
Infographic showing various Throws Coach job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Assistant Coach, Track and Field (Throws)

Tri-C

Cleveland, OH • On-site

$15.45/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Assistant Coach, Track and Field (Throws)
Department: Athletics
Location: Metropolitan Campus
Reports To: Head Coach Track, Under the supervision of the Executive Director andthe Head coach
Recruitment Type: External/Internal
Requisition ID: req6663
Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff
Union Position: Non-Union
Work Schedule: Evenings and weekends
Number of Openings: 1
Job Description:
SUMMARY
Under the supervision of thehead coach, organizes and administers all matters related to track and enforces all rules and regulations of theNational Junior College Athletic Association (NJACC), Cuyahoga CommunityCollege (Tri-C), and the Ohio Community College Athletic Conference (OCCAC)where applicable as a framework to instruct student athletes in individual andteam fundamentals, strategy and physical training necessary to achieveindividual and team success. Enforces rules and regulations pertaining toconditioning of players and training rules affecting the health and safety ofplayers.
ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS
  • Assists the head coach with all practice sessions and games
  • Ensure compliance with NJCAA, OCCAC, and Tri-C rules and regulations
  • Attends staff meetings when called by the head coach and/or Executive Director, Athletics, Wellness & Recreation
  • Provides emergency first aid and medical care in absence of the trainer
  • Assists with the enforcement of rules and regulations pertaining to conditioning of players and training rules affecting the health and safety of players.
  • Assists with the recruitment of student-athletes and scouting opponents
  • Assists with the establishment and enforcement of team rules
  • Assist with conducting clinics, practices, and tournaments
  • Carries out other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and the Executive Director, Athletics, Wellness & Recreation
  • May be responsible for transporting student athletes in College-rented vehicles within the scope of departmental functions. Must complete the Compliance & Risk Management process to become an authorized driver and be granted a waiver to transport students
  • Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATIONAND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
  • High School diploma or GED
  • Minimum one year of experience coaching track and recruiting student athletes
  • Current or renewable Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
  • Current or renewable First Aid or Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) Certification
  • Commitment to student success
  • Demonstrated experience making sound decisions that affect a work unit or team
  • Demonstrated experience requiring diverse problem-solving methods in a variety of situations

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS, and ABILITIES
  • Possess basic knowledge of fundamental (name of sport) coaching concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to apply in varied situations as it pertains to the departmental focus
  • Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Possess strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Possess basic-level skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
  • Possess sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of the community

COMPETENCIES
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
  • Service Focus
  • Communication
  • Quality of Work

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
  • Collaboration
  • Time Utilization

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
  • Adaptability
  • Continuous Improvement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATIONAND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
  • Associate's degree
  • (name of sport) coaching experience at the high school or college level
  • Demonstrated experience/expertise working with students with learning disabilities or special education

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
(The demands described here are representative ofthose that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
  • The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment.
  • The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
  • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.
  • Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite.
  • Late afternoon practice; weekend games and travel.

Special Note: This is a Part-Time Non-Bargaining UnitPosition, Grade 01, with a Minimum Hiring Rate of: $15.45/ hour.
If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.
Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.