Assistant Cross Country/Track & Field Coach

Position Details

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Position Information

Position Title

Assistant Cross Country/Track & Field Coach

Status

Full Time

Job Summary

The Assistant Track/Cross Country Coach will assist the Head Track/Cross Country Coach with all facets of the program, including organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Division II athletic program in support of the mission and core values of Tuskegee University.

Position Details

To create a Posting, first complete the information on this screen, then click the Next button or select the page in the left hand navigation menu. Proceed through all sections completing all necessary information. To submit the Posting to Human Resources, you must go to the Posting Summary Page by clicking on the Next button until you reach the Posting Summary Page or select Posting Summary Page from the left navigation menu. Once a summary page appears, hover your mouse over the orange Action button for a list of possible approval step options.

Position Information

Position Title

Assistant Cross Country/Track & Field Coach

Status

Full Time

Job Summary

The Assistant Track/Cross Country Coach will assist the Head Track/Cross Country Coach with all facets of the program, including organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Division II athletic program in support of the mission and core values of Tuskegee University.

Essential Job Duties

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach with the management, administration, and instruction of all Track & Field program activities and exercises, including the direct supervision of teaching, instruction, recruiting, training, and coaching of student-athletes participating in the sport.

Enables the achievement of a quality, competitive track program and supports the educational goals of individual student-athletes

Protects the integrity of the sport coached and the reputation by ensuring that recruiting activities, student-athlete eligibility determination, scholarships and financial aid programs, scheduled practice sessions, and related activities governed by the

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) comply with NCAA rules and regulations as well as applicable conference rules and University policies.

Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of diverse backgrounds.

Contributes to the overall success of the University’s intercollegiate athletics program by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including representing the Head Track and Cross-Country Coach in Meetings and events.

Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; 1 year of full-time verifiable coaching experience.

Must know NCAA rules and regulations

Physical Demands

This position may involve frequent bending, moving, lifting, and carrying material weighing up to 50 pounds. This position requires standing six hours each day, working in all weather conditions, and exposure to high noise levels. Additional physical demands include, but are not limited to, physical involvement in all practices and workouts with players.

Skills and Attributes

Knowledge:

Must know NCCA rules and regulations about the recruitment and retention of student-athletes.

Skills:

*Must have effective coaching techniques and skills.

*Extensive knowledge of individual and team skills with the ability to teach these skills.

Ability:

Ability to work nontraditional hours, including nights, weekends, and some holidays.

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | | | Will this position required travel? |
Yes | | Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work? |
Yes | | Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding? |
No | | Number of Vacancies | | | Desired Start Date | | | Position End Date (if temporary) | | | Open Date | 11/04/2026 | | Close Date | 01/31/2027 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Special Instructions Summary |
Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

• Tuskegee University employment application
• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Recommendation letters
• Copies of unofficial transcripts.
• Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university?

   • yes
   • no

2. * Do you have at least one year of full-time, verifiable coaching experience?

   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Transcript 1 4. Letter of Recommendation 1 5. Letter of Recommendation 2 6. Letter of Recommendation 3

Optional Documents 1. Transcript 2

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