Assistant Track & Field/Cross Country Coach

Thiel College seeks an Assistant Track & Field / Cross Country Coach. This position reports to the Director of Track & Field / Cross Country and the Director of Athletics. The selected candidates will assist the Director of Track & Field / Cross Country in all aspects of the college’s Track & Field & Cross Country programs while holistically developing student-athletes into leaders.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teach/instruct student-athletes in their designated sport (primary duty of all coaches).
• Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of game and practice preparations.
• Mentor and monitor the student-athlete's academic progress.
• Evaluate student-athletes academically and athletically.
• Assist in planning and implementing pre/post workout program.
• Assist with fundraising activities.
• Assist with community service planning and implementation.
• Recruit, retain, and graduate quality student-athletes for Thiel College and the athletic program.
• Serve as a gameday administrator.
• Follow all rules and guidelines set forth by the NCAA Division III, the Presidents Athletic Conference, and Thiel College.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Head Coach.

Assistant Track & Field/Cross Country Coach

Thiel College seeks an Assistant Track & Field / Cross Country Coach. This position reports to the Director of Track & Field / Cross Country and the Director of Athletics. The selected candidates will assist the Director of Track & Field / Cross Country in all aspects of the college’s Track & Field & Cross Country programs while holistically developing student-athletes into leaders.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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• Teach/instruct student-athletes in their designated sport (primary duty of all coaches).
• Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of game and practice preparations.
• Mentor and monitor the student-athlete's academic progress.
• Evaluate student-athletes academically and athletically.
• Assist in planning and implementing pre/post workout program.
• Assist with fundraising activities.
• Assist with community service planning and implementation.
• Recruit, retain, and graduate quality student-athletes for Thiel College and the athletic program.
• Serve as a gameday administrator.
• Follow all rules and guidelines set forth by the NCAA Division III, the Presidents Athletic Conference, and Thiel College.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Head Coach.

Applicants are required to have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Prior coaching and/or collegiate playing experience preferred.

Candidates must be self-motivated, possess strong communication skills, and have solid organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills. They must also strive for excellence and take pride in everything they do.

Successful candidates must adhere to all NCA and institutional guidelines, policies, and rules. Demonstrate professional behavior while operating with integrity.

This is a part-time, 10-month paid position with a $10,000 stipend, on-campus housing, a cell phone stipend, and a meal plan.

Send letter of interest, comprehensive resume, and contact information for three professional references by clicking here. Applicant materials will be reviewed as received and will be accepted until the position is filled.

Thiel College is committed to attracting a culturally and professionally diverse faculty and staff who engage our students by providing a rich and fulfilling curricular and co-curricular experience.