Head M & W Cross Country and Assistant M & W Track & Field Coach

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the administration of a designated Dickinson Men’s and Women’s Cross Country program. The Head Coach is responsible for managing a sufficient roster of student-athletes while making both academic and athletic success a priority and embracing the Division III liberal arts experience. The position is responsible for recruiting and developing student athletes, organizational and fiscal management of the program, scheduling and conducting practices and the implementation of competition strategies.

Essential Functions

• Educate and develop student-athletes to prepare them for success within the Cross Country and Track & Field programs, the classroom, and the broader Dickinson community. Plan and implement meaningful training and learning experiences that challenge student-athletes to excel academically, athletically, and personally. Support academic achievement, leadership development, and personal growth through mentoring, communication, and regular individual check-ins. Prepare student-athletes for successful competition through physical conditioning, race strategy, and the implementation and instruction of innovative, evidence-based training techniques. Provide effective coaching and leadership during practices, training sessions, competitions, and team activities. Foster a positive, inclusive, and cohesive team culture. 50%
• Recruit qualified student-athletes to Dickinson through attending camps, showcases, games, practices, etc. Initiate and maintain communication with prospective recruits through letters, email, telephone calls, social media, home visits and hosting/coordinating on-campus visits based on NCAA compliance standards and regulations. 30%
• Management of operational/administrative functions. Oversees the fiscal/budgetary components for assigned intercollegiate program. Schedule all practices and competitive events. Organizes team travel, meals, and overnight accommodations. Participate in live scouting, utilization of video, and develops winning traditions within respective sport. In collaboration with the Athletic Director, hires and supervises assistant coaching staff. 10%
• Maintain relationships and engages with alumni athletes and parents through telephone calls, social media, letters, emails, and creating/attending alumni events. Assists in raising funds for the athletic department. Plan and implement community programming such as clinics, camps, and service opportunities, etc. 10%