Assistant Director of Track and Field and Head Cross Country Coach

Thiel College seeks an Assistant Director of Track and Field/Head Cross Country Coach. The Assistant Director of Track and Field/Head Cross Country Coach will serve as both the Men’s and Women’s Head Coach for our Cross Country Programs. The Assistant Director of Track and Field/Head Cross Country Coach is responsible for all aspects of both the men’s and women’s intercollegiate Cross Country programs while holistically developing student-athletes to be leaders. The Assistant Director of Track and Field/Head Cross Country Coach will assist with Distance and Mid-Distance Runners during the Indoor and Outdoor seasons. In absence of Director of Track and Field & Cross Country, this position will serve as Interim Director of Track and Field.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the Men’s and Women’s Cross Country programs and supervise the day-to-day operations.
• Teach/instruct student-athletes in their designated sport (primary duty of all coaches).
• Monitor student-athletes academic performance and social behavior.
• Recruit, retain, and graduate quality student-athletes for Thiel College and the athletic program.
• Develop and implement a strategic recruiting plan - Consistently meet or exceed recruiting goals - Maintain target roster sizes.
• Maintain allotted budget.
• Coordinate with the Director of Athletics on fundraising activities.
• Develop a competitive competition schedule in conjunction with the Director of Athletics.
• Coordinate and implement community service activities.
• Mentor and develop assistant coaches.
• Serve as a positive role model for student athletes.

Assistant Director of Track and Field and Head Cross Country Coach

Thiel College seeks an Assistant Director of Track and Field/Head Cross Country Coach. The Assistant Director of Track and Field/Head Cross Country Coach will serve as both the Men’s and Women’s Head Coach for our Cross Country Programs. The Assistant Director of Track and Field/Head Cross Country Coach is responsible for all aspects of both the men’s and women’s intercollegiate Cross Country programs while holistically developing student-athletes to be leaders. The Assistant Director of Track and Field/Head Cross Country Coach will assist with Distance and Mid-Distance Runners during the Indoor and Outdoor seasons. In absence of Director of Track and Field & Cross Country, this position will serve as Interim Director of Track and Field.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the Men’s and Women’s Cross Country programs and supervise the day-to-day operations.
• Teach/instruct student-athletes in their designated sport (primary duty of all coaches).
• Monitor student-athletes academic performance and social behavior.
• Recruit, retain, and graduate quality student-athletes for Thiel College and the athletic program.
• Develop and implement a strategic recruiting plan - Consistently meet or exceed recruiting goals - Maintain target roster sizes.
• Maintain allotted budget.
• Coordinate with the Director of Athletics on fundraising activities.
• Develop a competitive competition schedule in conjunction with the Director of Athletics.
• Coordinate and implement community service activities.
• Mentor and develop assistant coaches.
• Serve as a positive role model for student athletes.
• Serve on campus committees as needed.
• Serve as a gameday administrator.
• Collaborate with other coaches and athletics staff to help monitor all Thiel College athletic facilities as directed by the Director of Athletics.
• Follow all rules and guidelines set forth by the NCAA Division III, the Presidents Athletic Conference, and Thiel College.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Applicants are required to have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. A master’s degree is preferred. 3-4 years of coaching experience at an NCAA program is desired. Competence in athletics management and leadership, an understanding of student athlete development, and a deep commitment to the values the College promotes.

Candidates must be self-motivated, possess strong communication skills, and have solid organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills. They must also strive for excellence and take pride in everything they do.

Successful candidates must adhere to all NCAA, Presidents Athletic Conference, and institutional guidelines, policies, and rules. They must also demonstrate professional behavior while operating with integrity.

To apply for the Assistant Director of Track and Field/Head Cross Country Coach employment opportunity, provide a cover letter that addresses the responsibilities and requirements for the position; a resume; and a list of three professional references with contact information, including telephone and email. All of these must be in a single PDF document using candidate’s name (Lname, Fname) as the document title and should be submitted by clicking here. Notification will be given to candidates prior to contacting references.

Application review will begin as they are received and will continue until the position is filled.

Thiel College is committed to attracting a culturally and professionally diverse faculty and staff who engage our students by providing a rich and fulfilling curricular and co-curricular experience.

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