Assistant Coach - Cross Country/Track & Field

Babson College•Wellesley, MA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Serves as a varsity assistant coach within the Department of Athletics and Recreation. Receives direction from the head coach on what aspects of the management and direction of the program this position will assist in. Assists in planning and coaching practice sessions and games as directed by the head coach; teaches advanced-level skills and game strategies. May be involved in other sport specific responsibilities including but not limited to specialized skills training, documenting and maintaining records, and analyzing data and reporting findings. Counsels students on general and sport-related matters. Assist the head coach in scouting opponents to help prepare, plan, conduct, and evaluate practice sessions as required. Assist the head coach, as needed, in the recruitment of student athletes including but not limited to contacting high/prep school coaches to identify prospective recruits, planning recruiting trips with the head coach, attending off-campus games to evaluate athletes, and preparing and distributing recruiting information. May review and cut film, share that film with the Head Coach and athletes, and make recommendations based on film review. Complete institutional and NCAA trainings as assigned (e.g., Clery Act, NCAA Sexual Violence and Prevention, etc.). Assumes additional responsibilities as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
At least 1-3 years of previous coaching experience.
Hepatitis B vaccination and training in compliance with OSHA regulations; must maintain both throughout time in the position.
Must obtain/maintain current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use.
Must have strong communication skills.
Compliance with all NCAA, NEWMAC, and Babson College rules.
Contributes to a culture of inclusion and belongingness for all staff members, student-athletes, prospective student-athletes and stakeholders of the department.
Commitment to working with a diverse student body, staff, and other constituents.
Ability to envision and propose new methods to perform tasks that support ET&A; take thoughtful risks; and accept new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.
Ability to anticipate and embrace change; demonstrate willingness to achieve, acquire, and utilize new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.
Must have strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

Previous college playing and coaching experience preferred.
Experience with software/online programs related to game film (i.e., Synergy, Hudl, etc.) and roster management (e.g., ARMS) preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in planning and coaching practice sessions and games as directed by the head coach; teaches advanced-level skills and game strategies.
May be involved in other sport specific responsibilities including but not limited to specialized skills training, documenting and maintaining records, and analyzing data and reporting findings.
Counsels students on general and sport-related matters.
Assist the head coach in scouting opponents to help prepare, plan, conduct, and evaluate practice sessions as required.
Assist the head coach, as needed, in the recruitment of student athletes including but not limited to contacting high/prep school coaches to identify prospective recruits, planning recruiting trips with the head coach, attending off-campus games to evaluate athletes, and preparing and distributing recruiting information.
May review and cut film, share that film with the Head Coach and athletes, and make recommendations based on film review.
Complete institutional and NCAA trainings as assigned (e.g., Clery Act, NCAA Sexual Violence and Prevention, etc.).
Assumes additional responsibilities as required.