About Utica University:
Located in the heart of Central New York, Utica University is a
comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 as
Utica College. We offer many of the advantages of a large
university, such as undergraduate and graduate degree options,
excellent academic programs, and outstanding faculty, but with an
intimacy and a high degree of personal attention more closely
associated with smaller private institutions.
We empower learners to achieve their career and life goals through
personally enriching experiences and outstanding educational
pathways.
At Utica University, we are committed to creating a working and
learning environment where all people feel supported.
Following our institutional values, we work to support diverse
perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences in an equitable,
respectful, and inclusive environment, while promoting freedom of
expression and encouraging civil discourse.
Job Description:
Position Summary:
Assists with all facets of men's and women's cross country and
men's and women's indoor/outdoor track and field, including
recruiting, organization and planning of practices, meet
strategies, and monitoring academic progress.
Responsibilities:
- Understanding of, and adherence to, the Utica University
Athletic Department philosophy, NCAA and Empire 8 rules and
regulations
Recruit and retain prospective student-athletes giving them an
opportunity to compete and better themselves as athletes and
individuals. This includes cross-country runners, throwers,
jumpers, sprinters, and all appropriate track and field
student-athletes.
Assist with planning and running daily practice sessions to
ensure student-athletes are organized and prepared.
Provide leadership to ensure that student-athletes have a
positive experience and monitor student-athletes academic success,
providing direction when necessary.
Assist with managing equipment usage, order and maintain
uniforms, hurdles, etc. Assist Athletic Director with game
scheduling, transportation, and work with Sports Information
department to ensure all statistics and publications are accurate
and updated.
Will be required to assist with the set-up and breakdown of all
track and field events in the Hutton Dome.
Will be required to attend van training annually.
Responsible for working with supervisor and other team members
to achieve successful results on all established individual and
departmental goals and key performance indicators.
May perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 3-5 years experience preferred.
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
Certifications:
- Must be certified in first aid, CPR and AED.
Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of Cross Country and Track and Field.
- Must be certified in first aid, CPR and AED.
- Interpersonal communication skills.
- A strong commitment to diversity and work continually to
enhance diversity of our students, faculty, and staff.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Must be willing to travel.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- Oversee assistant coaches and team managers.
- May oversee assigned work-study students.
Driving Responsibility:
- Must maintain a clean driving record as defined by University
insurance carrier guidelines.
- Motor vehicle record will be monitored regularly using NYS
License Event Notification Service or License Monitor, Inc. for out
of state licenses.
- Will be required to attend van training annually.
Travel:
Additional Information:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
EEO Statement
Utica University is committed to equal opportunity and creating a
welcoming work environment for all employees. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to veteran status, disability, citizenship status, domestic
violence victim status, or protected status under applicable local,
state, or federal law.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private
institution founded in 1946 to offer options for higher education
study to veterans returning from the Second World War. More than
seventy years since veterans returned from WWII, this tradition of
serving veterans is still held in high regard here at Utica
University, and we are proud to welcome veterans as students and as
valued members of our faculty and professional staff.
Application Instructions:
To be considered for this position, you must upload and include the
following information:
- Submit a resume and cover letter at time of application.
- Three (3) references are required to be listed on the
application. These should be professional references, two of which
must be current or former supervisors. Finalist will be contacted
prior to reference checking.
- Offers are contingent on the completion of a post-offer
background check, and official transcripts are required upon
hire.