Track and Field / Cross Country Director

Purdue University
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Full Time
Job Overview
PFW is currently seeking a Track & Field / Cross Country Director (36649) to manage all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division 1 Men’s & Women’s Track & Field / Cross Country programs. Primary Responsibilities:
  • Understand Head Coach Responsibility through the supervision and management of all aspects of the team.
  • Understand, follow and enforce all NCAA bylaws, League regulations, and university academic and other policies and procedures.
  • Recruit quality student-athletes.
  • Hire and supervise all Assistant Coach(s), GAs or any team staff.
  • Establish practice schedules and practice content.
  • Oversee and monitor academic progress of all team members.
  • Establish team rules; behavior guidelines and expectations consistent with university, NCAA and Athletic Department policies.
  • Create and foster an environment that promotes the overall health and welfare of student-athletes.
  • Recommend athletic financial aid awards and letter award recipients.
  • Manage, develop and oversee all aspects of the team’s budget, including participating in fundraising activities.
  • Schedule competition by recommending appropriate meets, desirable dates and times, sources for officials and other game personnel and appropriate travel arrangements (vehicles, meals, lodging).
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s Degree..
  • 4-5 years of successful collegiate coaching experience and extensive recruiting experience.
  • Working knowledge of NCAA DI rules.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Record of integrity and leadership to advance the goals of the Department of Athletics including a commitment to the academic success and graduation of student-athletes.
  • Ability to effectively relate to diverse constituents including students, student-athletes, faculty and stakeholders.
  • Strong supervisory and public relations skills required along with support of Athletic Department values and principles, and a commitment to fundraising.
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