Assistant Cross Country Coach at Trinity University

About The Role

Please note, starting salaries are based on factors including internal equity, relevant experience, and education.
Exemption Status:
Exempt
Job Description:
Responsible for coaching, recruiting, scheduling of the University’s intercollegiate Division III Men’s and Women’s Indoor/Outdoor Track and Field program. Responsible for all training and management of assigned event groups. Teaching activity classes and a second assignment within the Athletic Department.
JOB DUTIES
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Assists the Head Coach of the intercollegiate Division III Men’s and Women’s Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field.
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Oversees and trains specific event groups.
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Recruits qualified student athletes according to TU Admission Office guidelines.
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Assists, in cooperation with the Head Men’s and Women’s Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field, all aspects of coaching and administering a Division III Men’s and Women Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field program.
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Makes appropriate arrangements for travel to out of town contests.
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Helps manage expenditures within the budget.
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Maintains Track and Field equipment.
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Prepares for and assists in managing home competitions.
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Assumes position of second assignment in the Athletic Department as determined by the Athletic Director.
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Teaches activity classes.
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Mentors student athletes.
EDUCATION
Required:
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Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university.
Preferred:
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Master's degree or equivalent from four-year college or university.
EXPERIENCE
Required:
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1 year to 3 years.
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Coaching experience, preferably at Division III level.
Preferred:
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3 years to 5 years.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Required:
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Recruiting at the Division III level.
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Specific event group training.
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Coaching, recruiting, and scheduling.
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Managing others.
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Demonstrate effectiveness in the recruitment of student athletes and the instructional aspects of coaching.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Preferred:
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USTFCCA Event Certification
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USATF Level 1
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USTFCCA Strength and Conditioning Certificate or equivalent