Mercyhurst University
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Description
Mercyhurst University is seeking a qualified individual to lead our inaugural NCAA DI Men’s and Women’s track and field program. This is a 12-month appointment with full health and retirement benefits. Responsibilities will include administering all phases of an intercollegiate track and field program. Candidates must be a team player and demonstrate a proven success in competing and/or coaching at the collegiate or equivalent high level.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Advanced knowledge of throws, jumps, distance, sprints, and hurdles that has been acquired by significant experience coaching or playing in a post-secondary environment of commensurate experience.
- Ensure that all relevant Mercyhurst University and NCAA rules and regulations are followed.
- Including, but not limited to, student-athlete eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling, and academic progress. Ensure compliance with Mercyhurst University, and NCAA rules by student athletes and sport related staff.
- Promote academic excellence, integrity, and graduation. Monitor academic progress, academic meetings, class scheduling and attendance.
- Teach fundamental skills and techniques, while preparing, leading, and executing practice and competition plans for both indoor and outdoor seasons.
- Prepare, manage, and maximize program operating budget with established fundraising goals.
- Provide leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student- athletes.
- Direct and manage the Track and Field program recruiting efforts of prospective student athletes to include the following: maintain a database, host on campus visits, initiate and respond to phone calls, emails, and mailings.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Three years of relevant sport coaching.
- Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.