Assistant Coach Cross Country - Track & Field

The University of Toledo • Toledo, OH

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach, Cross Country and Track and Field is responsible for assisting in the overall management of the Cross Country and Track and Field team. This position is responsible for assisting the Head Cross Country and Track and Field Coach in all aspects of practice and competition preparation, recruitment of student athletes, and the comprehensive operation of the program with student athlete welfare as a guiding principle. Management of the program must adhere to all budgetary guidelines, as well as NCAA, Mid-American Conference (MAC) and University of Toledo policies. This position is expected to help manage a team that is highly competitive within the MAC as well as experiencing competitive success regionally. Assistant Coach, Cross Country and Track and Field is responsible for adhering to compliance, policies and procedures of the Athletic Department, University of Toledo, NCAA and MAC.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Two (2) years of coaching experience collegiately or competing experience at the collegiate level and/or two (2) years of high-level club coaching experience is required.
• Demonstrated success/experience with athletes on the collegiate level is required.
• NCAA recruiting test proficiency or passing within two (2) week of hire.
• Possess a current CPR certification or the ability to obtain upon hire.
• Ability to effectively communicate and counsel student-athletes on requirements for personal conduct, academic performance and athletic performance.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrate professional conduct and ethical behavior.
• Ability to comply with all policies and regulations of the University, MAC and NCAA.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of college recruiting experience is preferred.
• Master’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the overall management of the Cross Country and Track and Field team.
• Assisting the Head Cross Country and Track and Field Coach in all aspects of practice and competition preparation.
• Recruitment of student athletes.
• Comprehensive operation of the program with student athlete welfare as a guiding principle.
• Managing the program adhering to all budgetary guidelines, NCAA, Mid-American Conference (MAC) and University of Toledo policies.
• Helping to manage a team that is highly competitive within the MAC and experiencing competitive success regionally.
• Adhering to compliance, policies and procedures of the Athletic Department, University of Toledo, NCAA and MAC.

What This Job Offers

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