Head Men's and Women's Track and Field/Cross Country Coach

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Job Location

Nichols College - Dudley, MA

Salary Range

$55000.00 - $55000.00 Salary

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:Â Head Men's and Women's Track and Field/Cross Country Coach

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DATE:11/17/2025

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Job Details

Job Location

Nichols College - Dudley, MA

Salary Range

$55000.00 - $55000.00 Salary

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:Â Head Men's and Women's Track and Field/Cross Country Coach

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DATE:11/17/2025

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DEPARTMENT: Division of Athletics     Â

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REPORTS TO: Director of Athletics

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JOB SUMMARY :

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This is a full time, 12-month salaried position charged with coaching and managing the cross country and track & field program. As a head coach for the cross country and track & field team, this position accepts responsibility of assisting the Director of Athletics in leadership, vision, and supervision of the program. Nichols College, a member of the NCAA Division III, located in Dudley, MA (Central MA) invites application for a full-time Head Men’s & Women’s Track & Field/Cross Country Coach.

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Identify, attract, and retain outstanding student-athletes.
• Plan and execute practices and contests.
• Support current student-athlete academic success.
• Manage budget and equipment.
• Scheduling contests and practices.
• Contest coverage.
• Fundraising and alumni outreach.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA and Nichols College.
• Meet recruiting goals established by the VP/Director of Athletics.
• Attend departmental and CNE meetings.
• Attain driving certification with the College.
• Be an active member of the Division of Athletics

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EDUCATION REQUIRED:
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• Bachelor’s degree with experience in collegiate athletics.
• Genuine understanding and commitment to NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics philosophy.
• Solid knowledge and technical skills for the sport of cross country/track & field.
• Must have leadership and people skills, plus an ability to work with all constituencies of the campus.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, able to handle a multi-task work environment.
• Computer proficiency.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Light lifting.
• Ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

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BENEFITS:

12-month full-time position with benefits

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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• CPR/AED and First Aid certification
• Coaching experience

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