University of Arkansas
Description
The Head Cross Country Coach and Assistant Track & Field Coach will be responsible for the men's and women's distance and mid-distance athletes. This individual will provide coaching expertise, leadership, management that results in a positive and beneficial intercollegiate experience for the student-athletes.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's Degree;
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Master’s degree preferred;
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Experience in Intercollegiate Athletics/Higher Education setting preferred;
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Experience coaching distance/mid-distance at the NCAA level;
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Experience recruiting student-athletes with outstanding academic and athletic accomplishments.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
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Develop and implement performance plans for men's and women's distance and mid-distance athletes for cross country and track events;
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Recruit and evaluate high caliber student-athletes in distance and mid-distance events;
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Coordinate travel arrangements for cross country and assist with track & field travel;
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Log recruiting activity in Teamworks (Compliance & Recruiting Platform);
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Assist with oversight of student-athletes academic support;
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Perform classroom checks as necessary;
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Acting meet director for any home cross country or track & field competitions;
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Ability to promote an atmosphere of Compliance with NCAA, Ohio Valley;
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Conference and UA Little Rock rules/regulations/policies;
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Other duties as assigned.