Director of Cross Country/Track & Field

EXPIRED

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number

S24035P

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number

S24035P

Posting Date

Closing Date

Title

Head Coach, Track and Field/Cross Country

Working Title

Director of Cross Country/Track & Field

Salary Range

$80,000

Employee Class

Administrator

Department

Athletics

Full-time/ Part-time

Full-time

Specialization

Hours Per Week

40+

Standard Work Week

Monday-Friday and some evenings and weekends

Job Summary

As the public face of the program, the Director of Track and Field and Cross Country is responsible for the management and administration of a competitive Division I Men & Women Cross Country/Track and Field Program. The incumbent must provide a safe and accepting environment for student-athletes to grow, develop academically, athletically and one that fosters personal responsibility, sportsmanship and service to others. The Director maintains an exemplary student-athlete academic success rate and positive personal development of student-athletes. The Director is fully responsible for compliance with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), conference rules and regulations as well as University policies and procedures.

Job Description

Specific duties include, among others: Supervises Assistant Coaches to ensure compliance with applicable rules, policies and procedures; provides orientation, training and guidance as needed; conducts performance evaluations. Understands and follows National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), athletic conference, and institutional regulations. Observes Head Coach Responsibility in the training, communication, and accountability of staff. Reports any violation of NCAA, athletic conference, and institutional regulations in accordance with CSU Athletics policies and procedures. Teaching/Coaching: Keeps informed of contemporary trends, tactics, techniques, and strategies in coaching, which includes developing a philosophy of what to teach and how to implement. Provides coaching and direction to assistant coaches, as well as praise and constructive feedback. Leadership seeks to foster a program culture that is based on servant leadership from the head coach and staff. Plans, implements and evaluates practice sessions. Develops written team rules and expectations in accordance with NCAA, CSU and the Department of Athletics policies and procedures. Communicates expectations, praise and corrective feedback in a clear and constructive manner. Develops effective program plans. Prepares team physically, mentally and emotionally for competition; maintains and meets high expectations for team athletic success. Instructs student-athletes regarding expectations for academic achievement; monitors the academic progress of student-athletes in accordance with institutional and CSU Athletics policies and procedures. Instructs student-athletes regarding expectations for student-athlete social responsibility and conduct while working to develop well-rounded student-athletes institutional and CSU Athletics policies and procedures. Recruitment of Student-Athletes: Recruits and retains student-athletes through collaboration with the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (or designee) and institutional staff. Assists prospective student-athletes in understanding the educational programs and opportunities at Chicago State University and its athletic program in accordance with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), athletic conference, and institutional regulations. Prepares annual end-of-season report and written assistant coach personnel evaluations Participates in annual end-of-year review meeting with Athletic Administration Seeks opportunities to represent CSU Athletics on national and regional committees. Adheres to institutional, athletic conference, and NCAA standards for sportsmanship. Adheres to institutional and department fundraising strategies. Attends athletic department meetings, university community meetings, and functions. Handles confidential information with tact and discretion.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Bachelor’s degree At least 5 years experience coaching at the NCAA level in Track and/or Cross Country Proven commitment to the academic success of student-athletes

Preferred Qualifications

Masters Degree Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of NCAA Rules – Strong working knowledge and understanding of all NCAA rules and regulations. Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive work environment. Sport Experience – Extensive knowledge of individual/team skills with ability to teach these skills. Recruiting – The ability to evaluate and compare athletic talent for potential growth and development of student-athletes. Maintain correspondence with a large number of prospects using a variety of mediums: e-mail, texts, and phone. Academic Monitoring – The ability to establish expectations, monitor and ensure academic success for the student-athlete. Budget Management – Must be able to work within the budget designated by the athletic department. Travel – The ability to plan, organize and execute travel arrangements. Computer Skills – This position is expected to have computer literacy. Communication Skills – This position is expected to have a high level of communication skills with student-athletes, prospective student-athletes, their coaches, counselors, parents and boosters in the community. Fundraising – The ability to develop the sports community in the areas of support and fundraising. Upon hire a NCAA Recruiting Certification and Fleet driving certification is required

Additional Applicant Information

Physical Requirement/ Demands

This position will be required to work nights and weekends. It may involve frequent bending, moving, lifting, and carrying material weighing up to 50 pounds; It requires both an indoor and outdoor working enviornment in all weather conditions. Physical demands include, but not limited to, standing throughout the day, using a loud voice at practices and events, physical involvement in all practices and/or workouts with players.

Work Environment

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is your highest level of completed education?

   • High School/GED
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • PhD

2. * Do you agree to a criminal background check?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

   • 0-1
   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+

4. Have you ever held a supervisory or manager position, if yes for how long?

   • NO
   • Yes, 1-2 years
   • Yes, 3-4 years
   • Yes,4-5 years

5. (Open Ended Question)

6. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • Indeed
   • Linkedin
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • CSU Website
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • Other
   • Herc
   • Advertisement/Publication

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. Transcripts 2. References 3. Certification