Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Track/Cross Country Coach

Under the general supervision of the Vice President for Athletics and Recreation, the Head Men's and Women's Track/Cross-Country Coach will support and assist with all aspects of the intercollegiate Track Coach program. The Head Coach will work to deliver optimal playing conditions for LaGrange College Track Coach student-athletes, including activities such as supervision of the weightroom, locker rooms, and office, along with the maintenance and security of all equipment and supplies.

Job Duties:

• Ensures that the Track/Cross-Country teams support the mission and vision of LaGrange College.
• Ensures the development of a quality, competitive Track/Cross-Country team and the educational goals and academic success of student-athletes through strategic management of the personnel, budgetary, facility, and equipment resources available to the Track/Cross-Country teams; development of policies and procedures designed to assure achievement of goals and objectives; and continuous evaluation of individual and unit performance to achieve them.
• Ensures compliance with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and athletic conference rules and regulations regarding student eligibility to participate in NCAA D3 intercollegiate athletics; provides leadership in the recruitment effort for the Track and cross-country teams and provides guidance and policies to staff regarding these rules and regulations.
• Supports the personal development and academic goals of student-athletes by establishing a philosophy and environment conducive to both, maintaining accessibility for student-athletes whether for athletic or educational matters, providing opportunities for educational assistance to student-athletes if required, and monitoring the academic progress of participating student-athletes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to evaluate physical performance related to inter-collegiate Track and Cross-Country programs.
• Ability to effectively communicate both within and outside the College, including, but not limited to, student-athletes, parents, recruits, coaches, and civic and business leaders.
• Ability to work as a support individual within a group setting.
• Ability to provide effective leadership to student-athletes to encourage successful academic development and competitive performance.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (i.e., evenings and weekends) and attend the annual departmental retreat.
• Current training in First-Aid and CPR.