Assistant Coach of Track & Field and Cross Country

Under the general supervision of the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country, the Assistant Coach of Track & Field and Cross Country will be responsible for assisting with the operation and management of all aspects of the program, including but not limited to: scheduling, budgeting, recruiting, fundraising, practice and competition planning, student-athlete development, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, hosting camps, and community engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 1 year of experience as a Track & Field and/or Cross Country coach at the high school or college level.
• Ability to demonstrate proper technique, drills, and exercises in various track and field/cross country events, including but not limited to running, jumping, and conditioning.
• Capability to stand, walk, and run for extended periods during practices, competitions, and recruiting activities.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds, such as hurdles, starting blocks, and training gear.
• Capacity to work outdoors in varying weather conditions for extended periods during practices, competitions, and recruiting events.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with monitoring and proactively providing support toward academic success of student-athletes
• Commitment to operating all aspects of the program in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations.
• Assist in planning and execution of team travel.
• Collaborate with strength and conditioning coaches on a strength and conditioning program.
• Attend staff meetings, compliance education sessions, and development opportunities.
• Assist with budget management and revenue generation, including camps, and clinics.
• Assist with the fundraising, alumni and community engagement efforts for the sport program and department.
• Represent the athletics department through collaboration with a variety of campus groups.
• Represent UW-Parkside as appropriate with the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) and the NCAA.
• Consistent with NCAA Bylaw 11 and institutional procedures, Coach understands and agrees that if Coach is found in violation of any NCAA or conference legislation or fails to report a violation, he/she shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.