Job Overview

The Associate Head Cross Country Coach / Assistance Track and Field Coach - Distance will partner with the Director of Cross Country / Track and Field in various areas of responsibility including the recruitment of student-athletes, meet-day organization, ordering equipment, viable fund-raising, public relations and other duties as assigned by either the Director or Director of Athletics. Job Duties:

• Plans, conducts and evaluates practice activities for individual team members. Provide group and individual assistance in a manner that engages the athletes and builds commitment to the program.
• Works collaboratively with other members of the Augustana staff to integrate efforts and create program success. Assist other staff members with activities as needed to reach the overall competitive and recruitment goals of the Augustana athletic department.
• Meets with prospective students and their family members both on campus and at remote locations as possible. Provide advice and counsel on the admissions process, the Augustana experience and the integral role of the student-athlete in overall campus life.
• Order equipment and supplies and adheres to and reports on the operating budget for the program.
• Complete auxiliary assignments including teaching a physical education activity class during the academic year.
• Actively participate in department and college-wide meetings and events, and adapt work as required to meet overall campus goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.
• Three or more years of previous coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level.
• A demonstrated understanding of the NCAA Division III environment, requirements, and accountability, with previous coaching or competition experience in a similar setting highly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to relate to a diverse group of students, athletes, coaches and campus community members.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated strong commitment to the academic and athletic success of the student-athlete.

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