Assistant Men’s and Women’s Track & Field and Cross Country Coach/Recruiting Coordinator

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the Director with the daily operations of the men’s and women’s track and field and cross-country programs at Millikin University.
• Analyze performance and instruct athletes in events and techniques in preparation for and during athletics competition.
• Assist with all phases of competitive NCAA and CCIW compliant recruiting.
• Ensure a commitment to the academic success of track student-athletes, including monitoring academic performance, attendance, and social behavior.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and the campus community.
• Manage equipment usage.
• Serve as Lindsay Field and Track Facility Monitor.
• Serve as Athletic Facility Monitor.
• Serve as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Instructor for the Athletic Department as assigned.
• Additional job-related duties as required by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree preferred; bachelor’s degree required.
• Previous Collegiate coaching experience required.
• Physical ability to complete typical coaching duties, including ability to lift and move athletic equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to recruit and retain quality student-athletes.
• Proven ability to teach and implement current techniques and strategies of the sport.
• Proven ability and aptitude to manage an operating budget.
• Understanding and appreciation of NCAA Division III philosophy, rules and regulations.
• Commitment to the goals and objective of Millikin University and CCIW.