Head Track & Field Coach (PT)

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Department:

Athletics

Locations:

Milton, MA

Posted:

Sep 26, 2024

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Part-time

Position ID:

181479

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About Curry College:

Founded in 1879, Curry College is a private, four-year, liberal arts-based institution in Milton Massachusetts. In addition to the main campus classes for adult learners are also offered at our campus at Cordage Park in historic Plymouth. Curry College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Curry College offers 25 undergraduate majors, over 70 minors and concentrations, as well as five graduate programs.

The Curry College mission is to educate and graduate students prepared to engage in successful careers and active citizenship with a global perspective. We are an inclusive community of diverse learners and educators, committed to continuing our legacy of developing effective communicators with reflective and critical thinking skills. We mentor and empower our students, building meaningful relationships that inspire them to achieve their ambitions.

Curry College provides rigorous and relevant academic programs to undergraduate and graduate students, and our rich blend of liberal arts and career-directed programs is enhanced by practical field experiences and co-curricular activities. Learning at Curry extends beyond the classroom and is embedded in all that we do.

Diversity and a culture of equity and inclusion among students, faculty and staff are crucial to the mission statement of Curry College.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law, including Title IX.

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Director of Athletics, the part-time Head Track & Field Coach is responsible for all aspects of the development and administration of a successful NCAA Division III Intercollegiate Track & Field Program.  The program will be conducted in accordance with all College and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC), Conference of New England (CNE) rules, regulations, and policies.  

The Head  Track & Field Coach is a professional employee of the College with a primary duty of recruiting, teaching and instructing student-athletes in the specific sport that is being coached. The vast majority of the Head Coach's time is spent on recruiting, coaching/teaching duties, as well as performing administrative duties related to the sport. 

Essential Functions:

1. Recruitment

• Partner with the Admission Department in the recruiting of student athletes; provide recruiting reports as requested by Admission and follow Admission and recruiting procedures as required by Admission
• Arrange and attend recruiting visits to schools, games, and recruiting events, maintaining full and accurate records of recruiting events.
• Collaborate with Athletic departments Recruitment & retention coordinator to update lists on a weekly basis.
• Recruit 40 NEW T&F Student-athletes to Curry College for Fall 2025/Spring 2026.

2. Coaching/Teaching Duties

• Teach and develop Track & Field specific skills in a successful, safe and prudent manner;
• Create, present, and maintain records of up-to-date lesson plans for pre-season/season practice drills and procedures detailing the desired goals to be achieved;
• Schedule practice and game preparation sessions.
• Initiate new ideas and methods to improve the program in support of the College goal of a successful conference and attainment of a regional level Intercollegiate Associate ranking relevant to Track & Field.

3. Team Success

• Build Track & Field student athletes' respect for themselves, their teammates, their opponents, their coaches, and their sport.  Communicate to student athletes in a positive manner.
• Assure proper safety equipment and safety practices are implemented; Schedule practices; assure skills and game strategies are effectively taught.
• Develop commitment of team members to team success.
• Maintain recruiting database with up-to-date contact information for prospective students and coach contacts, as well as record of all communications and interactions with recruits. 
• Arrange on-campus visits for recruits and meet with prospective students and their families; arrange overnight visits and assure prospective students are appropriately supervised.
• Participate in Admission Open Houses, Accepted Student Day, and other events.
• Source possible recruits through phone, email and on-line research.
• Assist in preparation of recruitment mailings.
• Work closely with Admission Counselors through the Admission cycle and provide reports to Admission as requested.

4. Student Success and Retention

• Monitor academic success of Track & Field student athletes and encourage high achievement.
• Respond effectively to concerns expressed by student athletes about athletic and non-athletic issues.
• Keep Athletic Director informed of concerns raised by student-athletes. 
• Refer students to appropriate office on campus to address concerns (Academic Support, Counseling, Residence Life, Financial Aid, Athletic Training).  Follow-up when appropriate.
• Monitor student performance with Student Affairs, and encourage participation and compliance with campus standards.

5. Team administration

• Attend all Athletic Department coaches  meetings.
• Support other teams, and other Athletic units (Sports Information, Athletic Training).
• Complete all paperwork in a timely manner regarding rosters, purchase orders, meal expenses, eligibility forms, reimbursements, end-of-season reports.
• Aid the Athletic Training and Sports Information departments in getting material (from players or coaches) that they need.
• Arrange all transportation, food and lodging for away-games with AA.
• In charge of distribution, collection, and inspection of all related equipment.
• Coordinate Work-study assignments as needed (Team Laundry, office work, etc.)
• Meet regularly with Athletic Director.
• Keep Roster Size of 18-25 team members per gender.
• Put together a schedule of 5-6 Meets    

6. Community Outreach

• Arrange Service projects for team (at least two events each year).
• Maintain records and inform Institutional Advancement and Athletic Director prior to all events.  (Secure approval of events from Athletic Director in advance.) 
• Assure that team presents a positive image both externally and on campus.
• Initiate alumni involvement when appropriate.
• Initiate Fund-raising ideas to help supplement your funds.
• Conduct an ongoing recruitment program through a variety of methods, both on and off the court with the goal to attract, select and encourage enrollment of high caliber student-athletes.

Additional Functions:

• Comply with the Track & Field specific intercollegiate affiliation policy, conference rules, and department policy and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
• Respect and maintain confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols, and individual privacy.
• Supervise weight room for safety purposes when needed.

Requirements:

Essential Characteristics:

• Successful performance of this position demands consistent demonstration of the following uncompromised performance characteristics:
• Conducts oneself at all times in a conscientious manner and demonstrates respect for the position, colleagues, and the College's best interest.
• Demonstrates a genuine commitment to concern for achieving or surpassing results against legitimate and increasing elevated standards of excellence, showing passion for continually improving the delivery of services. 
• Exhibits a high degree of initiative for bringing tasks to successful completion and succeeding in achieving stated goals. 
• Proactively identifies problems, obstacles and opportunities. Implements decisive action appropriate to the position; assesses needs and concerns of the workplace environment in order to address current or future challenges.
• Works effectively with others, sharing relevant knowledge and information as needed. Teaming orientation affects professional collaboration and focus, meeting the prioritized agenda of the operation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and work collaboratively with a variety of individuals; College community including faculty, students, staff, parents and alumni.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in a related discipline from an accredited four-year collegiate institution.
• Intercollegiate Track & Field specific experience.
• Experience in coaching and knowledge of the fundamentals, tactics, and strategies of coaching intercollegiate sports with ability to recruit talented players for the Track & Field program.
• Knowledgeable and current on all College rules and regulations concerning eligibility and recruiting related to specific sport that is being coached.
• Ability to handle emergency situations involving students.
• Current driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work evening and weekends and some holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Additional Information:

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks.

Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination

Curry College (the "College") does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that we administer, as required by Title IX and its federal regulations, including in admission and employment.

The College's nondiscrimination policy may be found at:

https://www.curry.edu/about-us/community-resources/employment/notice-of-non-discrimination; the College's grievance procedures for Title IX complaints may be found at:

https://www.curry.edu/assets/Document... (pp. 96-125).

Individuals who wish to make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, or those with information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination under Title IX may contact the Title IX Coordinator, the Office for Civil Rights, or both. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its federal regulations to the College may be referred to either or both offices listed below:

Rick Sommer, Title IX Coordinator: King Academic Administration Building, Office G-06, 55 Atherton Street, Milton, MA 02186. (617) 333-2212, richard.sommer@curry.edu.

Office of Civil Rights ("OCR")-Boston: US Department of Education, 5 Post Office Square, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02109-3921. (617) 289-0111, OCR.Boston@ed.gov.

Application Instructions:

Please apply online at https://www.curry.edu/about-us/community-resources/employment/job-opportunities for consideration. Interested applicants must submit the following:

• a cover letter;
• a resume; and;
• a list of three professional references, one of which must be a former or current supervisor, including complete contact information and professional titles.

By submitting an application, you are attesting the following:

I certify that the facts set forth in this Application for Employment are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if I am employed, false statements, omissions, or misrepresentations may result in my dismissal. I authorize the Employer to make an investigation of any of the facts set forth in this application and release the Employer from any liability. The Employer may contact any listed references on this application.

I acknowledge and understand that the company is an "at will' employer. Therefore, any employee (regular, temporary, or other type of category employee) may resign at any time, just as the Employer may terminate the employment relationship with any employee at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice to the other party.

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