Assistant Coach - Track and Field/Cross Country (5005)

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Position Information

Posting Detail Information

Working Position Title

Assistant Coach - Track and Field/Cross Country (5005)

Position Information

Posting Detail Information

Working Position Title

Assistant Coach - Track and Field/Cross Country (5005)

Classification

Coach, Assistant

Position Number

00005005

Open Date

07/15/2024

Close Date

Priority Review Date

07/29/2024

Employee Class

Staff

Full-Time/Part Time

Full-Time

FTE

1.00

Position Status

Temporary

FLSA

Exempt

Job code

1170

Union Representation

Non-Union

Union Code

N/A

Unit/Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

College/Unit

Intercollegiate Athletics

Division

Div Intercollegiate Athletics

Location

CC 204

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page

https://niuhuskies.com/

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

| Overview |
Northern Illinois University (NIU) is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Coach Women’s Track & Field/Cross Country. This is a full-time, 12-month position with benefits. Under the general supervision of the Head Coach/Director of Women’s Track & Field, this position will assist head coach in coaching student-athletes, implementation and instruction of game strategy, recruiting prospective student-athletes, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, program organization, managing travel, managing student-athlete scholarships and overseeing the discipline, conduct and image of the sport program and student-athletes of a major university sport program in conjunction with other departmental responsibilities as assigned.

The mission of NIU Athletics is to enhance the University, community and region through service and engagement while developing champions in the classroom, in competition and in life. With long standing traditions and core values centered on family, NIU Athletics is home to 17 NCAA Division I sport programs. Northern Illinois University, chartered in 1895, is a comprehensive teaching and research institution with over 15,000 currently enrolled students and houses seven (7) degree-granting colleges—Business, Education, Engineering and Engineering Technology, Health and Human Sciences, Law, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Visual and Performing Arts. Centrally located in DeKalb, Northern Illinois University is 30 miles west of Aurora, 65 miles west of Chicago, 36 miles west of Naperville, and 45 miles southeast of Rockford. | | Position Summary |
Assist head coach in the management and administration of all phases of Track & Field/Cross Country programs, athletes and staff.

This is a professional coaching position, and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules and regulations of affiliated national, regional and state intercollegiate athletic associations, the Mid-American conference (or subsequent member conference) and the university. | | Essential Duties and Responsibilities |
Coaching – 40%

• Responsible for the ongoing teaching and instruction of student-athletes in the performance of their sport such as, but not limited to, competitions, practices, individual and team workouts, and conditioning sessions.
• Assists the Head Coach/Director of Track and Field and Head Coach Cross Country with instructing athletes in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.

Team Related Activities – 15%

• Assist head coach(es) in the preparing for and conducting of all team-related activities including skill instruction, sport strategy and competitive opportunities.
• Coach and instruct student-athletes individually and in groups and demonstrate event techniques and skills required to be successful at Track and Field and Cross Country.
• Plan and attend coaching and practice sessions, competitions, tournaments, etc. in accordance with NCAA and conference regulations for specified events.
• Develop, recommend and teach competition/event strategy.

Academic Support – 15%

• Provide an overall positive educational environment for our Student-Athletes conducive to learning, athletic development, social growth, and preparing them for life beyond college.
• Supervise, in conjunction with the athletic tutoring and advising program, the total academic progress of the team implementing corrective action plans through appropriate staff.

Administration – 10%

• Assist in the administration of the entire sport program, including, but not limited to daily practices, game planning and implementation, recruiting, equipment management, facilities scheduling, and budget.

Safety and Conduct – 10%

• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the department and university.
• Responsible for the development, safety and conduct of the student-athletes within specific sport program.

Public Relations – 5%

• Perform both direct and indirect public relations functions including promotion, fund raising, public speaking, community events, and through camps and/or clinics.
• Serve on departmental/campus committees as requested.

Departmental Needs – 5%

• Cash handling responsibilities — $5,000 – $10,000 annually.
• When practical under the circumstances, intercollegiate athletic staff is encouraged to voluntarily attend all athletic events to promote audience participation and support for NIU team efforts.
• Assist with departmental needs as requested. | | Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service) |
  N/A | | Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service) |
  N/A | | Specialty Factors (Civil Service) |
  N/A | | Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service) |
  N/A
  

| | Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS) |
- Bachelor’s Degree. - Minimum three (3) years of Division I, II, III, NAIA, or Junior College experience in coaching competition and training strategies, plus teaching progressions for track and field and cross-country. - Minimum three (3) year’s experience in recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes, particularly at the regional level (Midwest) including knowledge of AAU and high school programs. - Experience coaching the Jumping events. | | Additional Requirements (SPS) |
N/A | | Preferred Qualifications (SPS) |
- Master’s degree. - Minimum three (3) academic years coaching experience at the collegiate level. - Minimum three (3) academic years coaching experience in a Division I, II, or III institution. - Former Jumper, Decathlete, or Heptathlete student-athlete. | | Physical demands/requirements |
- Running, standing, sitting, lifting/carrying up to 50lbs. |

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

| Anticipated Appointment Start Date | 08/16/2024 | | Anticipated Appointment End Date | 06/30/2025 | | Percent of Staff Year | 1.00 | | Standard Hours Per Week | 37.50 | | Working Hours | Varies days, nights, weekends | | Salary | Commensurate with experience; NIU offers a robust benefits package. | | Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range | See above | | Earn Type | Salary |

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

| Application Procedure |
For full consideration, please visit https://employment.niu.edu/po... to submit the following materials by 7/29/2024 :

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter – Please include your interest in employment with NIU and how your previous experiences position you for success in the role for which you are applying.
• Current Resume
• List of Three Professional References

Applications submitted after 7/29/2024 are welcomed but will be considered as needed. | | Special Instructions |
N/A | | Quick Link to Applicant | https://employment.niu.edu/postings/7... | | Is Background Check Required? | Yes | | EEO Statement Summary |
In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services Building Room 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560 | | Visa Policy |

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

| | ADA Accommodation |
NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu. | | Safety Information |
NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety.
Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy. |

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References Optional Documents 1. Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256) 2. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire) 3. Other

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