Head Cross-Country Coach / Asst. Track & Field Coach

The Head Men’s & Women’s Cross Country/Assistant Track and Field Coach is responsible for the overall administration of the Cross Country program and assisting with the Track & Field program, within a diverse athletic department of over 500 student-athletes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct the Cross Country program and assist with the Track and Field program according to all NCAA Division III, Northwest Conference and University rules and regulations.
• Proactively support student-athletes from historically marginalized backgrounds.
• Follow purchasing and spending guidelines as set by the University and athletic department.
• Scheduling of all competitive events.
• Completing all travel arrangements as required.
• Responsible for all aspects of practice preparation and competition coaching.
• Responsible for recruiting quality cross country/track and field student-athletes to the University.
• Plans and schedules a regular program of practice in-season.
• Responsible for keeping practice periods for the sport within the confines of the time specified by department and NCAA policy and with due consideration to the coaching staff and the welfare of participant.
• Responsible for administering and working within the parameters of operating, recruiting, assistant coach and work-study budgets.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS:

• Communicates with students, faculty, staff and the public appropriate to the age of the individual served.
• Builds on basic learning and carries it from one situation to another.
• Ability to work with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills in problem solving and decision-making.
• Asks questions and seeks assistance.
• Takes responsibility to eliminate the source of problems.
• Demonstrates confidentiality regarding information pertaining to all students, faculty and staff.
• Maintains proper appearance and personal conduct for the employee’s particular job.