Director, Track and Field and Cross Country | Head Coach, Men's and Women's Track & Field

Job Summary
The Director of Track & Field and Cross Country / Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Track & Field, leads all aspects of the program, including long-term planning and strategy for six teams: men’s and women’s cross country; men’s and women’s indoor track and field; and men’s and women’s outdoor track and field. Manage all functions of travel logistics, competition and training schedules, budget management, and student recruitment, with a commitment to compete at a championship level in NCAA Division III. Identifies academically and athletically exceptional students to be a part of Denison and its athletics program. Creates and maintains a positive and inclusive team culture focused on student-athlete growth and development. Complies with University, conference, and NCAA regulations. Supervisory responsibility for cross country coach(es), associate and assistant track and field coaches, and student employees. This role requires the consistent use of sound, independent judgment and an ability to manage complex priorities professionally and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions (Estimated % of Time Spent – Total 100%)

Student Recruitment and Retention. Recruit and retain academically and athletically exceptional students to be a part of Denison and its track and field / cross country programs, in partnership and collaboration with the University’s broader admissions and enrollment objectives. (30%)

Training and Competition. Organize, prepare, and conduct individual skill instruction and team training sessions; schedule competitions; ensure a holistic, healthy, and safe athletic environment is available to student-athletes. (30%)

Manage Program Operations. Coordinate team travel, effectively manage budgets, and positively represent the track and field / cross country programs beyond campus - engage with alumni, parents, and staff in a way that advances both the sport program and the University. (20%)

Oversee Assistant Coaches. Direct, guide, and mentor assistant coaches in different event specialties, e.g. throws, sprints, jumps, distance, hurdles. Provide the expertise and guidance required for each coach and/or event area, as needed. (15%)

Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Minimum Qualifications

Job Summary
The Director of Track & Field and Cross Country / Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Track & Field, leads all aspects of the program, including long-term planning and strategy for six teams: men’s and women’s cross country; men’s and women’s indoor track and field; and men’s and women’s outdoor track and field. Manage all functions of travel logistics, competition and training schedules, budget management, and student recruitment, with a commitment to compete at a championship level in NCAA Division III. Identifies academically and athletically exceptional students to be a part of Denison and its athletics program. Creates and maintains a positive and inclusive team culture focused on student-athlete growth and development. Complies with University, conference, and NCAA regulations. Supervisory responsibility for cross country coach(es), associate and assistant track and field coaches, and student employees. This role requires the consistent use of sound, independent judgment and an ability to manage complex priorities professionally and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions (Estimated % of Time Spent – Total 100%)

Student Recruitment and Retention. Recruit and retain academically and athletically exceptional students to be a part of Denison and its track and field / cross country programs, in partnership and collaboration with the University’s broader admissions and enrollment objectives. (30%)

Training and Competition. Organize, prepare, and conduct individual skill instruction and team training sessions; schedule competitions; ensure a holistic, healthy, and safe athletic environment is available to student-athletes. (30%)

Manage Program Operations. Coordinate team travel, effectively manage budgets, and positively represent the track and field / cross country programs beyond campus - engage with alumni, parents, and staff in a way that advances both the sport program and the University. (20%)

Oversee Assistant Coaches. Direct, guide, and mentor assistant coaches in different event specialties, e.g. throws, sprints, jumps, distance, hurdles. Provide the expertise and guidance required for each coach and/or event area, as needed. (15%)

Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred
• 5 or more years of progressive leadership experience in intercollegiate track and field and cross country, preferably at an academically rigorous, residential liberal arts institution
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to mentoring and supporting student-athletes’ personal growth and development

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