Director, Track and Field and Cross Country | Head Coach, Men's and Women's Track & Field
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Job Location:
Granville, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Director of Track & Field and Cross Country / Head Coach Mens and Womens Track & Field leads all aspects of the program including long-term planning and strategy for six teams: mens and womens cross country; mens and womens indoor track and field; and mens and womens outdoor track and field. Manage all functions of travel logistics competition and training schedules budget management and student recruitment with a commitment to compete at a championship level in NCAA Division III. Identifies academically and athletically exceptional students to be a part of Denison and its athletics program. Creates and maintains a positive and inclusive team culture focused on student-athlete growth and development. Complies with University conference and NCAA regulations. Supervisory responsibility for cross country coach(es) associate and assistant track and field coaches and student employees. This role requires the consistent use of sound independent judgment and an ability to manage complex priorities professionally and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Functions (Estimated % of Time Spent Total 100%)
Student Recruitment and Retention. Recruit and retain academically and athletically exceptional students to be a part of Denison and its track and field / cross country programs in partnership and collaboration with the Universitys broader admissions and enrollment objectives. (30%)
Training and Competition. Organize prepare and conduct individual skill instruction and team training sessions; schedule competitions; ensure a holistic healthy and safe athletic environment is available to student-athletes. (30%)
Manage Program Operations. Coordinate team travel effectively manage budgets and positively represent the track and field / cross country programs beyond campus - engage with alumni parents and staff in a way that advances both the sport program and the University. (20%)
Oversee Assistant Coaches. Direct guide and mentor assistant coaches in different event specialties e.g. throws sprints jumps distance hurdles. Provide the expertise and guidance required for each coach and/or event area as needed. (15%)
Other duties as assigned. (5%)
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree; masters degree preferred
- 5 or more years of progressive leadership experience in intercollegiate track and field and cross country preferably at an academically rigorous residential liberal arts institution
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to mentoring and supporting student-athletes personal growth and development
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Computer Hardware
- Accounts Handling
- Business Objects
- Drafting
- Electronics
- Execution
About Company
Denison University is a leader among the nation's liberal arts colleges, offering some 60 academic programs to 2,200 students in Granville, Ohio.
