Assistant Track and Field Coach

EXPIRED

Description

The University of Mount Union is seeking an assistant Track and Field / Cross Country coach. This 10-month part-time position will be responsible for assisting the head coach in all aspects of the NCAA Division III collegiate varsity program. Must have a clear understanding of NCAA Division III rules and philosophy, a commitment to recruiting, developing and graduating quality student-athletes. This individual will be responsible for assisting with the following coaching duties including, but not limited to, planning and facilitation of training sessions, meet preparation, recruiting, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

Manage, coordinate and develop all aspects of a successful track and field / cross country program including but not limited to:

Description

The University of Mount Union is seeking an assistant Track and Field / Cross Country coach. This 10-month part-time position will be responsible for assisting the head coach in all aspects of the NCAA Division III collegiate varsity program. Must have a clear understanding of NCAA Division III rules and philosophy, a commitment to recruiting, developing and graduating quality student-athletes. This individual will be responsible for assisting with the following coaching duties including, but not limited to, planning and facilitation of training sessions, meet preparation, recruiting, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

Manage, coordinate and develop all aspects of a successful track and field / cross country program including but not limited to:

• Recruiting and retaining student-athletes in accordance with NCAA, OAC and institutional rules, regulations and guidelines
• Organizing, preparing and executing effective training strategies
• Assist in managing successful daily operations of the track and field and cross country program: budgeting, scheduling, travel arrangements, and meet day organization
• Monitoring student-athletes academic progress
• Fostering a cooperative work environment and providing mutual support with all constituencies and colleagues
• Representing the program and University of Mount Union with sportsmanship, integrity and professionalism

• Perform other athletic department duties as assigned by the athletic director and head coach Expectations : Uphold the high professional standard of conduct expected of each person on campus as outlined in our Employee Handbook. Build positive interpersonal relationships in and out of the athletic department by attending College functions, both social and professional; staff meetings; faculty meetings; serving on committees; etc.

  Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required

• Coaching and/or relevant competitive experience preferred

• Ability to identify and recruit student-athletes

• High motivation with a capacity for independent work within the context of an intensely goal-oriented environment.

• Ability to successfully impart knowledge and motivate learning in student athletes

• Strong ethical character, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

• Sport specific knowledge

• Proficient with technology applications applicable to the position

• Certified in or ability to be certified in CPR/AED

• Commitment to diversity

• Must pass a background check

• Must be able to travel, maintain a valid driver's license and be able to secure and maintain certification to drive university vehicles This position is required to complete assigned University compliance training as communicated by the University.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. When requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The University of Mount Union is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability, or genetic information in student admissions, financial aid, educational or athletic programs, or employment as now or may hereafter be required by university policy and federal or state law.