Assistant TrackCross Country Coach

Job Responsibilities

The Citadel The Military College of South Carolina is seeking an Assistant Track/Cross Country Coach in the Athletics department. This role serves as the Assistant Track and Field/Cross Country Coach for a Division I program adhering to all NCAA SoCon and institutional addition this role will be responsible for the following:

• Teaching practice planning tactical and game strategizing.
• Supports encourages and mentors student athletes.
• Monitors and advises regarding the academic excellence of student-athletes works with both individual and team training sessions collaboration with strength and conditioning coaches on development of training plans for student-athletes.
• Communicates and collaborates with sports medicine staff to ensure the health and safety of the student-athletes.
• Responsible for ordering supplies financial reporting responsibilities travel and official scheduling.
• Reporting to the SoCon camp and clinic paperwork recruitment reports knowledge of and compliance with all NCAA SoCon and Institutional rules and regulations; completion of compliance reports.
• Assists with scholarship generation and reporting with the compliance office and sport supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelors degree is required. Must be highly organized and have strong leadership and communication skills. The Citadel demands thorough knowledge and adherence to institutional Southern Conference and NCAA rules. Previous experience as a player and coach and a thorough knowledge of the skills required to teach Collegiate Track and Field/Cross Country are required. Division I playing and coaching experience.

Able to meet the physical demands of coaching Track and Field/Cross Country. Must be able to work outside in variable weather conditions be on your feet for long periods of time and be able to travel when required. Ability to work weekends nights and early mornings is required. Ability to perform drills in both an individual and team setting are required.

Benefits of Working at The Citadel

• Extensive Health Plans
• Great Retirement Options
• Tuition Waiver Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Discounts
• Isle of Palms Beach Club
• Swain Family Boat Center
• Community Service Opportunities
• Mentor/Mentee Program
• Read more about our benefits on our HR website

About The Citadel College

The Citadel also known as the Military College of South Carolina is a public senior military college located in Charleston South Carolina. Founded in 1842 The Citadel has a rich history and educational reputation. With our current location on the banks of the Ashley River in downtown Charleston you are close to great restaurants shopping and much more. Ranked #1 Public College in the South (U.S. News & World Report 2022) for schools with up to a masters degree the opportunities are endless.

There are about 2300 undergraduate students who make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Out of the Corps of Cadets 1 out of 3 graduates earn a military commission. Students can choose from 31 Majors 57 Minors pre-health professions and pre-law (a concentration in political science). The 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio guarantees students a quality education. Another 1000 students attend the Graduate College evening and online programs.