Assistant Cross Country-Track Coach

Texas Wesleyan University Portal • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

An assistant coach works with and assists the head coach in all aspects of the intercollegiate athletic program. The role supports recruiting and retaining qualified student-athletes, coaching and supervising the team, and helping ensure student-athletes meet academic and eligibility requirements. It also contributes to budgeting, fundraising, meet planning, scheduling, compliance, reporting, community outreach, transportation, and department activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in recruiting and maintaining a quota of qualified student-athletes who meet Texas Wesleyan University entrance requirements.
• Assist the head coach in hiring, training, and supervising student assistant coaches.
• Assist the head coach with fundraising through donations or special projects.
• Assist the head coach in coaching the team.
• Help ensure student-athletes meet GPA and eligibility requirements each semester.
• Assist in developing the yearly budget and controlling spending to keep the program within budget.
• Assist with planning and administration of intercollegiate meets.
• Assist with scheduling contests and obtaining Athletic Director and Faculty Athletic Committee approval of the complete schedule before competition.
• Assist with compliance with NAIA student-athlete recruitment eligibility requirements and timely submission of required documentation.
• Assist with completing accurate monthly reports in a timely manner.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices and games to maintain high standards of sportsmanship and integrity.
• Assist in developing, writing, and administering a yearly plan.
• Assist in continuously evaluating the intercollegiate athletic program.
• Assist in arranging athletic awards for the coach's area.
• Represent the University in public presentations as needed.
• Conduct outreach activities in the local community as required.
• Assist in arranging safe transportation for student-athletes to away contests and off-campus practices.
• Attend clinics and workshops to achieve certification and maintain skills.
• Assist in coordinating the department's special activities.
• Serve on coaches' and other committees as assigned by the Provost or Athletic Director.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Head Coach or Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed