Head Coach, Cross Country and Track

Job Details

Job Location

Wheeling University - Wheeling, WV

Position Type

Full Time

Job Category

Other

Description

Head Coach, Cross Country and Track – Wheeling WV – Wheeling University

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Job Details

Job Location

Wheeling University - Wheeling, WV

Position Type

Full Time

Job Category

Other

Description

Head Coach, Cross Country and Track – Wheeling WV – Wheeling University

Responsible for fulfilling all position-specific requirements to create a viable NCAA D-II cross country and track program. The head coach is responsible for all aspects from recruiting to the development and administration of successful NCAA Division II and Mountain East Conference intercollegiate men’s and women’s cross country, indoor, and outdoor track and field programs. Must be able to travel out of town for extended periods and can work extended hours, such as evenings and weekends. Requirements include a valid, current driver’s license; NCAA Compliance Certification; and First Aid, CPR, and AED certification. Proficient in using the recruiting software program Front Rush.Â

Key Accountability

Coaching

Job Duties

Trains and prepares student athletes. Teaches sport-specific skills, tactics, and philosophy; schedules and directs practices; conducts sport-specific physical training and conditioning for student-athletes both in and out of season. Ensures athletes are making satisfactory academic progress; works with the Faculty Academic Representative, the Academic Coordinator and Registrar to monitor athlete’s grades; establishes and coordinates study halls; provides mentors and tutors as needed; and ensures all student athletes are academically eligible per NCAA and conference requirements and entered correctly into the NCAA Compliance Program; and maintains regular office consultation hours. Responsible for the maintenance and organization of equipment and facility care. Other duties as assigned.

Performance Standards

• Able to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Ability to take and give direction
• Can coach athletes regardless of performance level.
• Helps athletes use their talents to achieve key goals.

• Ability to recognize athletes’ potential and work to build on it.

• Supports athletes going outside of their comfort zone.

• Encourages repeating and building upon areas of strength.

• Suggests methods to improve performance.

• Models success behaviors, a positive work manner, and constant self-improvement.

Key Accountability

Graduate Assistant (GA) Supervision

Assistant Coach Supervision

Job Duties

Responsible for overseeing GA’s. Includes hiring, training, directing, monitoring, performance feedback, and supervision.

Supervision of both the Assistant Coach and the assigned Graduate Assistant.

Performance Standards

• Gives feedback, instruction, and encouragement.
• Sets standards for professional behavior.
• Creates a positive work environment.
• Communicates what is expected and holds others accountable.
• Ensures there are resources to complete work assignments.
• Builds rapport by listening, talking, and encouraging others.
• Promotes cooperation and commitment within the team.
• Manages staff in a way that improves their ability to succeed.
• Coordinates ideas and resources to meet goals.

Key Accountability

Scouting and Recruiting

Job Duties

Accountable for scouting and recruiting of future student athletes. Includes following all NCAA, conference, and University regulations and guidelines; assessing athletic talent and academic performance of potential student athletes; determining who meets the athletic requirements and University academic standards; and coordinating scholarships per the University’s approved model. Other duties as assigned.

Performance Standards

• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Able to communicate the University’s mission, vision, and values.
• Maintains an approachable, professional demeanor.
• Builds rapport by listening, talking, and encouraging others.
• Capitalizes on formal and informal networks to meet a goal.
• Displays passion and dedication for the University.
• Articulate and outgoing.
• Proficient (or ability to become proficient) with recruiting software.

General Support

Supports the sports program. This includes representing the University in all sport specific activities; assisting the Sports Information Director in the organization of sports information materials such as media guides, press releases and community public relations programs; assists with program budgets; purchases uniforms and equipment; coordinates pre-season medical exams for student athletes; scouts’ opponents and prepares game plans; establishes itineraries and makes travel arrangements. Other duties as assigned.

• Displays a positive demeanor.
• Capable of prioritizing needs with deadlines.
• Ability to relate to others in a professional, positive manner.
• Promotes events/activities.

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Qualifications

Minimum Education Level Required

• Bachelor’s Degree, Master's preferred

Minimum Experience Level Required

• Three years' experience as a collegiate assistant coach. Experience as a head coach and player is preferred.

Compliance Responsibilities Required

• Required to ensure NCAA, conference, and University policies and mandated requirements are correctly interpreted and met, and documentation is maintained per policies and procedures; maintain qualifications and certification(s) and complete required annual training.

Other

• Required to have a valid driver’s license, NCAA Rules Compliance Certification, and First Aid, CPR, AED certification.

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