Assistant Track & Cross Country Coach for Distance - State University Faculty

Job Description

• Assist head coach with the day-to-day operations of a Division II Track and Field/Cross Country program.
• Organization of weekly, monthly, and yearly training and skill development plan for assigned events.
• Student-athlete recruitment - Assist Full Time Staff in the recruitment of prospective student athletes, ability to identify prospective student-athletes (PSA), assess talent, build relationships, and guide PSAs through initial eligibility process.
• Organization of practice and training times in coordination with other track and field staff/athletic department staff.
• Communicate with student-athletes in the distance event group as well as the rest of the team.
• Assist with athlete development.
• Assist with promotions and marketing of program.
• Assist in coordination of home track and field/cross country meets (collegiate and high school)
• Participate in community service projects and program wide community engagement
• Fundraising - ability to participate in team organized fundraising efforts throughout the year.
• Alumni Relations - ability to engage with former members of the track and field program.
• Compliance - knowledge of and commitment to NCAA, Conference, Institutional policies and procedures.
• 25% Departmental Administrative Athletics or Campus Duties - This could include anything from marketing, media relations, advising or other support services depending on the successful candidates qualifications and department needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Coaching experience and or playing experience at the collegiate level
• Understanding of comprehensive duties of collegiate coach
• NCAA off-campus recruiting certification or ability to gain certification immediately
• Evidence of the ability to work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds
• Evidence of a valid driver's license, or ability to acquire a legal driver's license or qualify for a reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualification

• Master's Degree
• Collegiate Coaching experience or Playing experience at NCAA DI, DII, or DIII level
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Other Requirements

Appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Required Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Varies

About

The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State's commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU's It's Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system's Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://www.ifo.org/

St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX Coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Judith Siminoe. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121