Assistant Cross Country – Track and Field Coach

The Assistant Cross Country/Track and Field Coach is responsible for promoting William Woods Athletics through the academic, on-court and off-court development of the cross country/track and field program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work collectively and cooperatively with the Head Cross Country/Track and Field Coach.
• Be able to communicate effectively the understanding of the sport.
• Be able to properly demonstrate the understanding of the sport.
• Supervise all practices and workouts.
• Be able to maintain an appropriate, consistent and fair level of discipline.
• Conduct themselves in a professional manner consistent with the values of the university.
• Actively promote the university.
• Recruit quality student-athletes.
• Monitor academic progress.
• Coordinate and provide administration for some home events.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Must have demonstrated ability in: leading an athletic team; fundraising and revenue development; budget development; employee management.
• Preferred knowledge of and commitment to NAIA rules; preferred knowledge of Champions of Character program and commitment to its principles and goals.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to speak publicly without difficulty.