Assistant Track & Cross Country Coach for Distance - State University Faculty

Metropolitan State University•Saint Cloud, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists the head coach with the day-to-day operations of a Division II Track and Field/Cross Country program. The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to its mission, particularly the value placed in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. The university upholds the advancement of DEI and engages in intentional actions to address systemic inequities. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the institution and campus community, aligning with the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative. All employees are expected to help advance these practices and contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community. Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization. St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity, inviting individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Coaching experience and or playing experience at the collegiate level
Understanding of comprehensive duties of collegiate coach
NCAA off-campus recruiting certification or ability to gain certification immediately
Evidence of the ability to work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds
Evidence of a valid driver’s license, or ability to acquire a legal driver’s license or qualify for a reasonable accommodation
Appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment.
Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship.
Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree
Collegiate Coaching experience or Playing experience at NCAA DI, DII, or DIII level
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Responsibilities

Assist head coach with the day-to-day operations of a Division II Track and Field/Cross Country program.
Organization of weekly, monthly, and yearly training and skill development plan for assigned events.
Student-athlete recruitment – Assist Full Time Staff in the recruitment of prospective student athletes, ability to identify prospective student-athletes (PSA), assess talent, build relationships, and guide PSAs through initial eligibility process.
Organization of practice and training times in coordination with other track and field staff/athletic department staff.
Communicate with student-athletes in the distance event group as well as the rest of the team.
Assist with athlete development.
Assist with promotions and marketing of program.
Assist in coordination of home track and field/cross country meets (collegiate and high school).
Participate in community service projects and program wide community engagement.
Fundraising – ability to participate in team organized fundraising efforts throughout the year.
Alumni Relations – ability to engage with former members of the track and field program.
Compliance – knowledge of and commitment to NCAA, Conference, Institutional policies and procedures.
25% Departmental Administrative Athletics or Campus Duties – This could include anything from marketing, media relations, advising or other support services depending on the successful candidates qualifications and department needs.

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development
tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents