Head Coach - Track & Field / Cross Country

University of Wisconsin Stout • Kenosha, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Head Coach - Track & Field / Cross Country is responsible for leading the strategic direction of the men’s and women’s track & field / cross country program. This includes all operations and management of the program, such as scheduling, budgeting, recruiting, fundraising, practice and game planning, student-athlete development, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, hosting camps and tournaments, and community engagement. All work must be done in accordance with university, conference, and NCAA regulations. Due to the nature of this work, a willingness and flexibility to work nights and weekends is required. This position is a campus security authority and mandatory reporter as defined by federal and state law.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2-years of experience coaching high school or track & field / cross country.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree
• 3-years of experience coaching college track & field / cross country
• Experience with the college / student-athlete recruiting process
• Experience as a head coach at the collegiate level

Responsibilities

• Execute all responsibilities in accordance with the NCAA, UW-Parkside, University of Wisconsin System, and UW-Parkside Foundation policies and procedures.
• Monitor and proactively provide support toward academic success of student-athletes.
• Commitment to operating all aspects of the program in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations.
• Collaborate in the planning and execution of team travel.
• Collaborate with strength and conditioning coaches on a strength and conditioning program for track & field / cross country program.
• Attend staff meetings, compliance education sessions, and development opportunities.
• Lead budget management and revenue generation, including camps, clinics, and tournaments related to the sport program.
• Represent the athletics department through collaboration with a variety of campus groups.
• Represent UW-Parkside as appropriate with the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) and the NCAA.
• Understand and agree that if found in violation of any NCAA or conference legislation or fails to report a violation, disciplinary or corrective action may be taken, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for assisting with the overall management, leadership and execution of the track & field / cross country program, fostering a positive educational and competitive environment on and off the competition grounds.
• Demonstrate a positive team player attitude.
• Assist with fundraising and alumni engagement efforts for the program.
• Plan, organize, and manage all functions within the operations of the track & field / cross country program.
• Develop and implement game strategy/techniques and position assignments both individually with student athletes and in groups.
• Schedule and supervise practice sessions and games.
• Recruiting student-athletes.
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program.

Benefits

• Criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act.
• References will be asked to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
• Reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

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