Assistant Cross Country and Track and Field Coach (For hire only)

Duke Athletics is firmly committed to our values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery, and excellence, and to continuing our work to be an equitable and inclusive environment for all. Our collective success within and beyond the competitive arena depends on each community member being and feeling welcomed, respected, and valued. Through continuous education, reflection, humility, and accountability, we strive to develop leaders who embody these ideals.

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Title: Assistant Cross Country and Track and Field Coach

Position Summary:

Duke University is seeking a qualified candidate for Assistant Cross Country and Track and Field Coach in the Duke University Department of Athletics. This position will assist the Head Coach with the organizing, planning and coaching of assigned area within the program.

The position will be responsible for assisting with phases of a Division I Track and Field program, within University, ACC and NCAA rules and regulations. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to coaching student-athletes, instructing and teaching the fundamentals to prepare student-athletes participating in the sport, assisting in scouting and preparation, assisting in practice planning and design, maintaining necessary compliance documents, home meet management and other duties as assigned by the director of track and field/cross country. This is a non-recruiting, benefits ineligible, part-time position.

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required

Duke Athletics is firmly committed to our values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery, and excellence, and to continuing our work to be an equitable and inclusive environment for all. Our collective success within and beyond the competitive arena depends on each community member being and feeling welcomed, respected, and valued. Through continuous education, reflection, humility, and accountability, we strive to develop leaders who embody these ideals.

Be You.

Title: Assistant Cross Country and Track and Field Coach

Position Summary:

Duke University is seeking a qualified candidate for Assistant Cross Country and Track and Field Coach in the Duke University Department of Athletics. This position will assist the Head Coach with the organizing, planning and coaching of assigned area within the program.

The position will be responsible for assisting with phases of a Division I Track and Field program, within University, ACC and NCAA rules and regulations. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to coaching student-athletes, instructing and teaching the fundamentals to prepare student-athletes participating in the sport, assisting in scouting and preparation, assisting in practice planning and design, maintaining necessary compliance documents, home meet management and other duties as assigned by the director of track and field/cross country. This is a non-recruiting, benefits ineligible, part-time position.

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Prior Coaching experience required, preferably at the Division I level.

• A commitment to knowing and complying with NCAA, ACC, and institutional rules.

• Must have or be able to obtain CPR certification within 3 months

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

• Ability to work with a diverse population

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

• Knowledge of intercollegiate sports operations & recruiting

• Ability to train and motivate student-athletes

• Ability to work in a highly dynamic and diverse university setting

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How to Apply:

Interested Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references online at careers.duke.edu.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work requires analytical, communications and organizational skills acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree program. Prior coaching or playing experience preferably at the Division I level required.

Experience

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $0.00 to USD $0.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond thedollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: DAAS@duke.edu; phone: 919-668-1267).

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