Assistant Athletic Coach, Cross Country & Track and Field

Serves as a varsity assistant coach within the Department of Athletics and Recreation. Assumes additional secondary duties as assigned by the AVP, Athletics and Athletic Advancement or their designee.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Collaborates with the head coach on all aspects of the management and direction of the program in conjunction with the overall strategic plan for Athletics; assumes the duties of the head coach in their absence.
• Assists in planning and coaching practice sessions and competitions as directed by the head coach; teaches advanced-level skills and competition strategies.
• Counsels students on general and sport-related matters. Makes student referrals to appropriate student support resources and offices as necessary.
• Assists in the monitoring of academic progress of student athletes; collaborates with class deans; serves as a mentor to athletes helping to resolve academic and non-academic issues; makes themselves available to coaches and players before, during, and after practices, competition, and events.
• Develops and maintains liaison relationship with Health Services, Residential Education, Student Activities and Leadership Programs, and other appropriate departments to facilitate program development and management for student athletes.
• Assist the head coach in scouting opponents to help prepare, plan, conduct, and evaluate practice sessions as required.

WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED:

• At least 1-3 years of previous coaching experience.
• Hepatitis B vaccination and training in compliance with OSHA regulations; must maintain both throughout time in the position.
• Must obtain/maintain current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use.
• Must have strong communication skills.
• Compliance with all NCAA, NEWMAC, and Babson College rules.
• Contributes to a culture of inclusion and belongingness for all staff members, student-athletes, prospective student-athletes and stakeholders of the department.
• Commitment to working with a diverse student body, staff, and other constituents.