Head Cross-Country Coach and Assistant Track & Field Coach

Viterbo University is seeking a Head Coach for Mens and Womens Cross-Country will also serve as the Assistant Mens and Womens Track & Field Coach. As the head coach of the cross-country program this person will provide leadership guidance and direction to student athletes organize practices and competitions and maintain positive interactions with student-athletes department staff university colleagues alumni and benefactors. As the assistant track & field coach this person will help support the head track & field coach with coaching and administrative tasks. This is a 10-month full-time position.

Responsibilities:

• Organize and oversee all aspects of Viterbo intercollegiate cross-country programs.
• Serve as the assistant track & field coach while serving as primary coach for distance runners.
• Recruit top quality student-athletes to Viterbo University.
• Plan practices prepare team for competition coordinate off-season training program. Schedule competition coordinate travel and manage budget.
• Monitor and foster academic progress of student-athletes. Coordinate team involvement with community outreach or service projects.
• Generate booster club support and assist with departmental fund-raisers. Hire train supervise and evaluate assistant coaches.
• Support and adhere to all institutional policies outlined in the employee handbook.
• Teach and embrace the five core values of the NAIAs Champions of Character initiative.
• Ensure that all program operations are complaint with Viterbo NSAA and NAIA rules Attend all required departmental university and conference meetings.
• Attend all required departmental university and conference meetings.
• Carry out other responsibilities as delegated or assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required
• Experience with cross country or track & field as an athlete coach educator or administrator required.
• A valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

To Apply: Please complete the online employment application form and upload a letter of interest highlighting your experiences to support your candidacy. CV/resume and three professional references.

Alignment: Viterbo University seeks employees who will embrace the University mission and incorporate our values into their day-to-day work.

Mission: The Viterbo University community prepares students for faithful service and ethical leadership.

Values: In keeping with the tradition of our Franciscan founders we hold the following core values:

• Contemplation reflecting upon the presence of God in our lives and work
• Hospitality welcoming everyone we encounter as an honored guest
• Integrity striving for honesty in everything we say and do
• Service working for the common good in the spirit of humility and joy
• Stewardship practicing responsible use of all resources in our trust

About the University: Viterbo University is a private not-for-profit Catholic Franciscan institutions founded by the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration in 1871. Viterbo offers a student-centered liberal arts education with a wide range of undergraduate graduate and professional programs. Located in La Crosse Wisconsin the university is nestled along the scenic Mississippi River and surrounded by the stunning bluffs. The local area combines natural beauty with a vibrant welcoming community offering opportunities for outdoor recreation arts and culture. Together Viterbo and La Crosse provide an exceptional place to live work and make a difference.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship at this time.

The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex or engage in sex discrimination in any education program or activity that the university operates. Title IXs mandate not to discriminate on the basis of sex extends to students employees applicants for employment and other persons in all aspects of the universitys programs activities and operations. Inquiries regarding how Title IX applies to the university may be referred to the university Title IX coordinator to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights or to both.

Contact information for the Title IX coordinator is available at

Required Experience:

Junior IC