at University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Details
Position Information
Job Title
Men's & Women's Associate Head Track & Field/Assistant Cross Country Coach
Position Number
006851-00
Department
Athletics - Joliet IL
Job Grade
9
Position Summary
Assist the head men's and women's cross country/track & field coach in coaching and leadership aspects of model men's and women's cross country/track & field programs as they relate to academic commitment, supervision of staff and personnel, practice organization and instruction, meet preparation, recruitment and budget management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Demonstrate respect for the Catholic and Franciscan values of the university
Demonstrate the ability to relate effectively to student-athletes, coaches, staff, administration and the University community
Participate in and promote a culture of continuing quality improvement
Assumption of coaching responsibilities related to the sports of cross country and track & field
Assumption of certain administrative responsibilities related to the sports of cross country and track & field
Provision of assistance: in the management of all home cross country and track & field meets; in monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes; in the enforcement of team rules; and in the instruction and supervision of staff
Ensure that proper safety guidelines and standards are maintained
Coordinate certain strategy related to the sports of cross country and track & field
Coordinate all in-season and off-season strength & conditioning programs for sprinters, jumpers and distance runners
Plan, develop, direct and conduct all in-season and off-season practice and strength & conditioning programs for sprinters, jumpers and hurdlers for meet preparation
Coordinate all food & lodging arrangements for both home and away meets
Responsible for recruitment at a high-volume level in accordance with university and NAIA rules, including the coordinating of recruitment for sprinters, jumpers and hurdlers and assisting in the recruitment of distance runners
Coordinate all social media efforts for recruiting purposes and meet-day activities
Work in conjunction with athletic administration and Financial Aid Services in awarding financial assistance, specifically athletic scholarships
Understanding and support of all athletic policies and regulations, as well as all philosophies, of the University, Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference and National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
Understanding and support of the NAIA Champions of Character Coaches Code
Represent the athletic department and university in a professional manner at various internal and external functions and in working with internal and external constituencies, including but not limited to the media and general public
Serve on various university committees as assigned
Perform other administrative duties within the department as assigned
Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Three years of cross country/track & field coaching experience
Ability and willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position
Willingness to support the Catholic and Franciscan values of the University
Preferred Requirements
Master's degree
Three years of collegiate cross country/track & field head coaching experience
Proven ability to recruit at a high-volume level
Hours/Shift/Work Schedule
Full-time hours vary, but do include weekends, nights and holidays.
Physical Requirements of Position
Work is performed in both an office setting and at athletic arenas with moderate exposure to varying weather conditions, but minimal health or safety hazards. Substantial time is spent working on a computer. This is sedentary work, which requires the following physical activities: sitting, walking, bending, stooping, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. Travel is required. Hours of work include some nights, weekends and may include working up to 12 hours a day.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FP0580-16
Open Date
08/19/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
It has been and will continue to be the policy of the University to be an equal opportunity employer. The University will continue to administer all employment matters without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or Vietnam era or disabled veteran’s status.
