Head Coach: Track & Field / Associate Head Coach: Cross Country

Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor • Mequon, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Concordia University is seeking a full-time, exempt Head Track and Field Coach & Associate Head Cross Country Coach for its Mequon, WI campus. This position reports to the Director of Cross Country & Track and Field and the Director of Athletics. The role involves assisting with daily duties of the sport, working Monday-Saturday, and supporting all facets of Concordia's NCAA Men's and Women's Track and Field Programs. Working hours will vary based on the athletic practices and competition schedule.

Requirements

• A strong commitment to the Student-Athlete concept.
• A working knowledge of NACC and NCAA rules and regulations.
• A strong knowledge of sprinting and relay technique, training design and implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a track & field team with a diverse social and economic background.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform physical activities that require the use of arms and legs and moving the entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping and handling of materials.
• Must be willing to travel and work evenings and weekends.
• Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS).
• At minimum of a Bachelor's degree.
• Track and field coaching certifications preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Coaching or understanding of the pole vault.
• Some knowledge of other track & field events.
• Pole vault a plus.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Experience with sprinting and relays at the college level with track & field highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coaching duties as assigned by the Director of Cross Country & Track and Field, with a focus on Sprints and relays; coaching or understanding of the pole vault is a plus.
• Recruiting Coordinator: Maintaining Front rush database, recruiting prospective student athletes, utilizing recruiting databases and all other forms, coordinating visits, maintaining applicant lists, and establishing relationships.
• Performing administrative and organizational aspects of running a track and field program, including securing buses, hotels, meet information, meal destinations, meet food, track kit equipment, budget administration, national meet requirements, and end-of-season duties (update record board, student-athlete meetings, banquet, scheduling practice, and end-of-season awards).
• Developing the season meet schedule with the Director of Cross Country and Track & Field and track & Field staff.
• Monitoring athlete eligibility.
• Fundraising: E-Team Sponsor and assisting in other fundraising activities.
• Maintaining track and field program equipment inventory.
• Identifying potential needs of the track and field program and outlining solutions by forming practical conclusions.
• Identifying the developmental needs of athletes through coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping individuals improve their knowledge or skills and academic success.
• Responsible for training input and helping with the implementation of workouts for athletes in track & field.
• Attending department and staff meetings.
• Adhering to all NACC and NCAA rules.
• Serving as Advisor to Track & Field Captains.
• Helping with program social media, such as posting team highlights, results, stories, vlogs, and promotions.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account
• Disability and Survivor Plan
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

What This Job Offers

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