29-May-2024

Director Track & Field and Cross Country

Athletics - Sports Operations

88934BR

29-May-2024

Director Track & Field and Cross Country

Athletics - Sports Operations

88934BR

University Job Title

Head Coach

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Regular

Compensation Grade

athletics

Compensation Grade Profile

Head Coach (27)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Athletics

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Flexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard)

Work Location

Central Campus

Worksite Address

20 Tower Parkway
New Haven, CT 06511

Work Model

On-site

Position Focus:

Yale University Athleticsis seeking candidates for the position ofHead Track & Field and Cross Country Coach. This position is responsible for the development, implementation, oversight and operation of the NCAA Division I varsity intercollegiate track & field and cross country program. Responsibilities include all aspects of coaching, recruiting, budgeting, scheduling, and managing the intercollegiate program within the policies, and principles of the Ivy League and the NCAA.

Essential Duties

1. Develops a varsity program within the parameters of the structure and regulations of the Ivy League, the NCAA, and the University. 2. Develops and determines the recruitment program for and final selection of athletic talent for the University. 3. Formulates and sets policies governing the strategies of play and conditioning of student-athletes and ensures such goals are met. 4. Trains and conditions student-athletes; determines the mental and physical condition of student-athletes and changes training methods if warranted. Independently determines and shapes the strategy, technical aspects, and game preparation; teaches team concepts. 5. Oversees such areas as recruitment; fund-raising; performance of athletes; contest management; and administrative details required to carry out contests. 6. Supervises and directs activities of Assistant Coaches and support personnel. 7. Manages the team budget. 8. Promotes a positive image of the athletics program in the New Haven community, at the University, for alumni, and on a national level. 9. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree and five years of demonstrated experience; or the equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience and knowledge of NCAA regulations.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Knowledge of effective coaching techniques and best practices.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Ability to work in a diverse work environment and to establish and maintain effective work relationships with school administrators, parents, students and alums.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Ability to organize and manage all facets of the program includes recruiting, scouting, individual instruction, budget planning, monitoring academic progress and success of student-athletes, and general day-to-day operations.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Ability to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with student-athletes, coaches and athletic and university administration. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel.

Weekend Hours Required?

Yes

Evening Hours Required?

Yes

Drug Screen

No

Health Screening

No

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus