Assistant Coach Cross Country/Track and Field

Furman University • Lexington, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Head Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Coach, the Assistant Coach should have a working knowledge of all Southern Conference and NCAA policies, rules, and regulations and adhere to these policies as they pertain to the job.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree with 1-2 years experience in related field.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Recruitment experience.
• Extensive knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Motivation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Coach and adheres to all Southern Conference and NCAA rules and regulations regarding recruiting by: Traveling to tournaments, games and clinics to evaluate recruits. Evaluating videotapes. Writing and telephoning all recruits. Assisting in making final decisions regarding scholarship offers.
• Teaches areas of expertise to respective athletes.
• Organizes all travel arrangements and insures that all proper paperwork is done.
• Assists with purchases of equipment in the sport and provides security and care for the equipment in coordination with the equipment manager.
• Assists with coordination the admission process by: Filling out pre-admission recruit evaluation forms and present to Admissions Office. Making arrangements concerning admission visits and financial aid awards including mailing all forms, if necessary. Communicating all information to potential recruits.
• Assists with providing all reports and lists which would include: scholarship, eligibility, awards, team rosters, and NCAA Squad List.
• Assists with submitting a proposed schedule to Director for approval. The coach should not obligate the University without approval from the Director of Athletics.
• Organizes and conducts all practices, conditioning workouts, and weight training programs.
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level