Assistant Cross Country / Track & Field Coach

Saginaw Valley State University•Lexington, MA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Saginaw Valley State University, a DII member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic conference invites applications for the position of Assistant Coach for Men's & Women’s Cross Country, Track & Field to assist the head coach to develop, promote and supervise all facets of the track & field program; assist the head coach to develop and execute strategies for the recruitment of student-athletes for highly visible regionally and nationally competitive team; assist the head coach to organize and direct all aspects of the program, organizing practice sessions to enhance the team’s performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Two years of relevant sport coaching or participation experience at the collegiate level or higher
Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.
Willingness to travel nights and weekends.
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional leadership skills.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong desire and ability to successfully recruit.
Strong follow-through skills, as well as the ability to plan, organize, and control projects through to completion.
Four years of track and field coaching or participation experience at the collegiate level or higher.

Responsibilities

Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to all applicable NCAA and conference compliance rules and regulations.
Ensuring that all relevant institutional, conference and NCAA rules and regulations are followed, including, but not limited to, player eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, scheduling and academic progress.
Ensure compliance with all institutional, conference and NCAA rules and regulations by student-athletes and sport related staff.
Abides by NCAA Bylaws 10.1 and 11.1 regarding ethical conduct and the responsibility to positively contribute to a campus culture of NCAA rules compliance.
Responsible for promoting a positive academic environment to encourage all student-athletes to strive for academic excellence.
Assist in preparing and executing practice and game plans, strategies and alternatives which are designed to bring success to the program.
Providing moral support and encouragement.
Ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes.
Establishing and maintaining community contacts, which enhance the success of the program.
Assisting in the purchase, maintenance and inventory of uniforms and equipment.
Assist in directing and managing the recruiting efforts of the program.
Assist in designing and implementing off season training programs for student-athletes.
Assist in all fundraising needs for the program.
Maintain appropriate communications with student-athletes and parents.
Assist in the planning of banquets, fund raising efforts and other activities which promote the program.
Assist in managing travel arrangements for the team.
Assist with promoting, operating and coordinating summer camps.
Perform related and other duties as assigned by Head Coach
Perform other duties as assigned.