Men’s and Women’s Track and Field/Cross Country Coach

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide administration, leadership, and direction for the intercollegiate men’s and women’s track and field/cross country program.
• Teach individual track and field/cross country skills and strategies; build, develop, and evaluate teamwork; and develop and enforce training rules.
• Monitor and support the academic performance, leadership, and progress of student-athletes with an emphasis on retaining student-athletes.
• Scout and recruit student-athletes who are qualified, both academically and athletically, for intercollegiate competition.
• Establish, develop, and maintain positive relationships and effective communication with local area club and high school track and field/cross country coaches and programs.
• Conduct intercollegiate programs in accordance with National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and established university and athletic department rules and regulations.
• In collaboration with the Director of Athletics, work cooperatively with Student Activities leaders and staff.
• Develop collaborative and collegial relationships with other coaches, student leaders, and staff in the department and throughout the campus community.
• Fully participate in athletic activities, including departmental meetings, outreach and fundraising events, and other relevant functions as requested.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate practice and meet schedules.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school and/or college-level track and field/cross country competitive and/or coaching experience.
• Experience working with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Current valid unrestricted driver’s license.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain as per condition of employment.