Head Men’s & Women’s Cross Country/Track & Field Coach

Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Men’s and Women’s Cross Country/Track & Field Coach is responsible for the management and administration of all activities related to his/her sports and exercises direct supervision of recruiting, training, and coaching student-athletes participating in the sports.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct the sport program in strict compliance with all applicable NCAA and GLVC bylaws.
• Promote academic excellence and graduation by monitoring academic progress, study tables, academic meetings, and class attendance.
• Organize and administer practice sessions and other related training activities
• Oversee the recruitment of prospective student-athletes in a coordinated effort with the Office of Admission.
• Manage athletically based financial aid in a coordinated effort with the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarship Services.
• Develop and manage the sport operations budget including equipment, travel, meals, uniforms, supplies, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Progressive experience as a coach in the sport, head coach and collegiate experience preferred.
• Master’s degree in physical education or related field is preferred with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in academic program of study.
• Familiarity with appropriate athletic governing organization rules and regulations (NCAA, GLVC).
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.