Assistant Coach - Cross Country/Track & Field
About The Position
Iona University is seeking a motivated, knowledgeable, and student-athlete-focused Assistant Coach for its Cross Country/Track & Field programs. The Assistant Coach will assist the Head Coach with program administration, recruiting, training, competition preparation, and student-athlete development. The role contributes to a competitive, positive, and inclusive team environment while supporting student-athletes’ academic, athletic, personal, and professional growth. The position supports coaching and athlete development, recruiting and retention, academic and student-athlete support, and program operations. It also involves maintaining compliance with NCAA, conference, and university rules, completing required institutional training, and supporting the mission and priorities of Iona University and its Athletics Department. Other duties may be assigned by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics. Iona University is a private, Catholic, coeducational institution founded in 1940, with campuses in New Rochelle, Bronxville, and County Mayo, Ireland. The University values diversity and is committed to a welcoming and inclusive environment and equal opportunity employment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Collegiate coaching experience or relevant experience in cross country and/or track & field.
- Strong knowledge of training principles, competitive preparation, and student-athlete development.
- Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Ability to collaborate with student-athletes, coaches, university personnel, and external constituents.
- Commitment to academic success, student-athlete welfare, and institutional integrity.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, and to travel as required by the athletic calendar.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting cross country and track & field practices, workouts, and training sessions.
- Provide technical instruction consistent with the program’s training philosophy and competitive objectives.
- Support individualized training plans, performance goals, and competition strategies; evaluate performance and provide constructive feedback.
- Assist with team travel, meet preparation, competition management, and post-competition evaluations.
- Promote sportsmanship, accountability, leadership, teamwork, and a positive team culture.
- Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes who align with Iona University’s academic and athletic standards.
- Build relationships with high school and club coaches, prospective student-athletes, and their families.
- Assist with recruiting communications, campus visits, recruiting events, roster management, and student-athlete retention.
- Support prospective student-athletes through admissions and enrollment in coordination with university offices.
- Monitor academic progress and encourage academic accountability.
- Collaborate with academic support staff, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning personnel, and other university departments to support student-athlete well-being and performance.
- Promote compliance with university policies and expectations for student-athlete conduct, and serve as a mentor and role model.
- Assist with program operations, scheduling, equipment management, practice planning, travel arrangements, and meet logistics.
- Assist with budget management and purchasing in accordance with departmental procedures, as assigned.
- Participate in team and departmental meetings, recruiting activities, camps, clinics, and other Athletics initiatives as assigned.
- Contribute to program evaluation, performance tracking, and long-term planning.
- Transport student-athletes and team personnel to practices, competitions, team events, and other approved activities using university vehicles, as assigned.
- Maintain knowledge of and comply with NCAA, conference, and Iona University rules, regulations, and policies; complete required rules education and institutional training.
- Promote a culture of integrity and report potential compliance concerns through appropriate channels.
- Support the mission, values, and strategic priorities of Iona University and the Athletics Department.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
