Associate Head Coach Track & Field/Cross Country

EXPIRED

Department

Athletics

Overview

The Associate Head Coach Men’s & Women’s Track & Field/Cross Country is responsible for assisting the head coach with the administration and organization of a successful athletic program that competes in the Centennial Conference at the NCAA Division III level

Department

Athletics

Overview

The Associate Head Coach Men’s & Women’s Track & Field/Cross Country is responsible for assisting the head coach with the administration and organization of a successful athletic program that competes in the Centennial Conference at the NCAA Division III level

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach with all aspects of a successful sports program, including but not limited to:

• Prepare, schedule and organize daily practice sessions, meet preparation for competition and off-season training
• Recruiting of prospective student-athletes in accordance with the NCAA, Centennial Conference, and Ursinus College policies and procedures
• Plan and coordinate all home track and field meets
• Oversee collection of medical and compliance forms
• Ordering, distribution, and collection of gear for the team and staff
• Assist with planning and coordinator of team travel
• Provide general advising, mentoring and support to student-athletes
• Engage in regular consultation with athletic training personnel to maximize the safety and wellness of student-athletes
• Demonstrate concern for the overall welfare of student athletes at all times
• Engage in ethical decision-making and outstanding sportsmanship
• Execute all of these responsibilities in a manner that reflects an ongoing commitment to the excellence, integrity and success of the track and field/cross country program, of the Department of Athletics, and Ursinus College

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred
• Knowledge of rules and techniques of the specific sport
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and planning ability
• USATF Level 1 Certification preferred
• USTFCCCA Specialist or USATF Level 2 Certification preferred
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III and Centennial Conference rules and regulations

Application

Interested candidates should apply here. Once you create an applicant account, you will be prompted to upload your cover letter and resume.

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