Associate Head Coach, Cross Country/Assistant Coach, Track and Field

National Collegiate Athletic Association; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

L'Association Nationale Collegiate Athletic Association recherche un entraîneur associé pour le cross country et l'athlétisme. Le candidat retenu supervisera l'entraînement, le recrutement et les opérations d'un programme athlétique compétitif tout en travaillant avec divers groupes d'étudiants. Ce rôle requiert une connaissance des règlements de la NCAA et un fort engagement envers la réussite des athlètes universitaires.

Qualifications

• Expérience en tant qu'entraîneur assistant en cross country et athlétisme.
• Familiarité avec les athlètes de Division III.
• Compétences de communication bien développées.

Responsibilities

• Superviser le programme de cross country et les événements de distance.
• Coordonner les efforts de recrutement pour les athlètes de cross country.
• Assurer l'entraînement et le suivi des athlètes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Recruiting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Serves as the Associate Head Coach for men’s and women’s cross country and Assistant Coach for men’s and women’s track and field, providing leadership to specific event area(s) as agreed upon with Director of Cross Country and Track & Field. Understands the role of NCAA and Division III athletics in the educational process and recruits quality student-athletes, who reflect and represent the quality of Elmhurst University.

• Assists with all operations of an effective cross country and track and field program. Primary focus will be the oversight of the men’s and women’s cross country program and the distance events of the men’s and women’s track and field program.
• Supervises and supports the cross country and distance event disciplines by providing leadership and oversight for the student-athletes.
• Under the direction of the Director of Track and Field/Cross Country, coordinates the recruitment efforts for women’s and men’s cross-country athletes. This includes regular communication to prospective student athletes, scheduling and organizing on-campus visits, traveling to PSA competitions, and communicating with Office of Admission on a regular basis. The Associate Coach will contribute significantly to the enrollment effort of both the institution and the athletic department.
• Oversees training schedules for all student-athletes who are part of the distance training group within allowable NCAA guidelines.
• Provides feedback, both written and communicated in-person, to athletes throughout the season.
• Directs in-season strength and conditioning activities for the athletes under supervision.
• Assists Director in all facets of home meet management, including preparation, communication with timing company and visiting teams, and meet day management.
• Conducts pre-meet, in-competition, and post-meet coaching during intercollegiate contests.
• Counsels student-athletes and set up short- and long-range goals. When necessary, provides student athletes with academic support, including weekly check-ins and progress report meetings.
• Participates in and helps organize fundraising efforts for both cross country and track and field teams.
• Is present at all practices and competitions.
• Maintains positive public relations with the community through an assortment of events including camps and clinics. This includes building relationships with area high school coaches and other key stakeholders.
• Assists Director of Cross Country and Track & Field with alumni relations and contributes to a growing, vibrant relationship with the men’s and women’s alumni.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of Elmhurst University, NCAA, and CCIW rules and regulations.
• Adheres to NCAA Compliance Regulations.
• Endorses and supports other sport within the Athletic Department and fulfill other secondary duties as outlined by the Director of Athletics.
• Endorses and supports other areas within the Division of Student Affairs including attendance at all meetings and service on committees.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience as an assistant coach in cross country and track and field, preferably in a small private college environment.
• Familiarity with DivisionIIIathletics.
• Recruiting experience at the collegiate level.
• Knowledge ofNCAArules and regulations.
• Well-developed communication skills and ability to discuss college programs and policies with a variety of prospective student audiences.