Job Overview
Responsibilities:
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Assist head coach with the day-to-day operations of a Division II Track and Field/Cross Country program.
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Organization of weekly, monthly, and yearly training and skill development plan for the distance events.
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Student-athlete recruitment – Assist Full Time Staff in the recruitment of prospective student athletes, ability to identify prospective student-athletes (PSA), assess talent, build relationships, and guide PSAs through initial eligibility process.
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Organization of practice and training times in coordination with other track and field staff/athletic department staff.
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Communicate with student-athletes in the distance event group as well as the rest of the team.
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Assist with athlete development.
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Assist with promotions and marketing of program.
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Assist in coordination of home track and field/cross country meets (collegiate and high school)
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Participate in community service projects and program wide community engagement
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Fundraising – ability to participate in team organized fundraising efforts throughout the year.
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Bachelor’s degree.
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Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
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Coaching experience and or playing experience at the collegiate level.
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Understanding of comprehensive duties of collegiate coach.
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NCAA off-campus recruiting certification or ability to gain certification immediately.
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Evidence of the ability to work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds.
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Evidence of a valid driver’s license, or ability to acquire a legal driver’s license or qualify for a reasonable accommodation.
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