Head Coach for Cross Country and Events & Engagement Coordinator

The Head Coach for Men and Women’s Cross Country/Events and Engagement Coordinator holds a dual role at Post University. They will coach and manage the men and women’s cross-country teams at Post University and coordinate and work with the Director of Events on all University and athletic-related events. They will recruit, retain, plan, and direct student-athlete training and assess individuals’ abilities and skill levels to determine appropriate positions within a team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Monitor and assist with the strength and conditioning program.
• Coaching of the team, including practices planning and implementation, individual and team coaching, and other coaching duties as assigned.
• Assist the head coach with the academic support of current student-athletes, including study hall monitoring, individual academic tracking and meetings, class checking, and other duties as assigned.
• Provide input in the evaluation and improvement of our student-athletes.
• Pass the NCAA recruiting certification test.
• Plan all aspects of team travel within budgetary limitations.
• Coordinate as well as work with the Director of Events on all University and athletic-related events, including but not limited to golf outings, alum engagements, banquets, guest speakers, special functions, and promotional and marketing activities.
• Coordinate on and off-campus recruiting activities, including prospect evaluation, database management, correspondence, phone calls, and other duties.
• Plan for fundraising and other special functions within the overall athletic department fundraising and development program framework.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES:

• Bachelor’s degree or extensive relevant experience.
• Collegiate coaching and playing experience.
• Familiarity with various hardware/software used within a University/Athletics setting.
• Proven leadership ability.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, student-athletes, and potential recruits and their families.
• Excellent communication, written and oral skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to NCAA Division II guidelines and regulations.