Head Track & Field Coach

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Ripon College, an NCAA Division III institution and member of the Midwest Conference, is seeking a Head Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Coach. Since 2018, the track & field and cross-country programs at Ripon College have seen tremendous growth in attracting quality student-athletes, and we are seeking a full-time coach to help build on this recent success. The $23 million renovation of the Willmore Athletic Center and Fieldhouse in 2017 has allowed Ripon College to become a destination for outstanding track & field student-athletes.

Reporting to the Vice President and Director of Athletics, the Head Track & Field Coach will be responsible for the following duties:

• Coordinating and executing the recruiting plan for the track & field program
• Coordinating home track & field competitions at the collegiate and high school levels
• Working in concert with the head cross-country coach and other assistant coaches
• Overseeing all aspects of team operations, including scheduling, practice planning, meet day strategy, and athlete development
• Managing the program’s budget, travel logistics, and equipment needs
• Collaborating with the Office of Marketing and Communications to promote the program, generate interest, and enhance recruitment
• Assisting the Athletic Department in areas aligned with the candidate’s expertise and performing other duties as assigned

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to and the ability to articulate the value of a liberal arts education, a high level of energy, and an ability to work independently while contributing as a member of a team. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and possess knowledge, understanding, and adherence to Ripon College, Midwest Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

To apply: Please submit a single PDF document that includes your cover letter, current résumé, and the names and contact information of three references. Email your application to Chris Schumacher, Vice President and Director of Athletics, at schumacherc@ripon.edu. Please name your file using your first and last name (e.g., FirstLast.pdf).

Ripon College, an NCAA Division III institution and member of the Midwest Conference, is seeking a Head Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Coach. Since 2018, the track & field and cross-country programs at Ripon College have seen tremendous growth in attracting quality student-athletes, and we are seeking a full-time coach to help build on this recent success. The $23 million renovation of the Willmore Athletic Center and Fieldhouse in 2017 has allowed Ripon College to become a destination for outstanding track & field student-athletes.

Reporting to the Vice President and Director of Athletics, the Head Track & Field Coach will be responsible for the following duties:

• Coordinating and executing the recruiting plan for the track & field program
• Coordinating home track & field competitions at the collegiate and high school levels
• Working in concert with the head cross-country coach and other assistant coaches
• Overseeing all aspects of team operations, including scheduling, practice planning, meet day strategy, and athlete development
• Managing the program’s budget, travel logistics, and equipment needs
• Collaborating with the Office of Marketing and Communications to promote the program, generate interest, and enhance recruitment
• Assisting the Athletic Department in areas aligned with the candidate’s expertise and performing other duties as assigned

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to and the ability to articulate the value of a liberal arts education, a high level of energy, and an ability to work independently while contributing as a member of a team. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and possess knowledge, understanding, and adherence to Ripon College, Midwest Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

To apply: Please submit a single PDF document that includes your cover letter, current résumé, and the names and contact information of three references. Email your application to Chris Schumacher, Vice President and Director of Athletics, at schumacherc@ripon.edu. Please name your file using your first and last name (e.g., FirstLast.pdf).

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled, with an anticipated start date of August 18, 2025.

Ripon College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and adheres to nondiscriminatory policies in employment and student enrollment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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