Head Coach - Cross Country, Assistant Coach - Track & Field

Job Posting:

JR101050 Head Coach - Cross Country, Assistant Coach - Track & Field (Open)

Department:

Athletics, Asst. AD/Comp. & Certification | PM

Position Type:

Regular

Open Date:

04-29-2025

Close Date:

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Job Posting:

JR101050 Head Coach - Cross Country, Assistant Coach - Track & Field (Open)

Department:

Athletics, Asst. AD/Comp. & Certification | PM

Position Type:

Regular

Open Date:

04-29-2025

Close Date:

$58,000 - $62,000

Job Description:

Plans and directs the activities of a minor athletic team. Directs conditioning of student athletes to achieve maximum athlete performance, assesses players' skills and assigns team positions, evaluates own and opposition team capabilities to determine game strategy, and coaches or directs coaches to instruct players in techniques of game.

Head Coach Cross Country, Assistant Coach Track and Field

Frostburg State University (FSU), Athletics Department seeks applications for a full-time, exempt Head Coach of Cross Country, Assistant Coach Track and Field. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Position includes the robust University System of Maryland benefits package, which is comprised of annual, personal, and sick leave, holidays, tuition remission, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, and retirement plans.

Responsibilities: The purpose of the Head Cross Country and Assistant Indoor/Outdoor Track & Field Coach position is to administer all aspects of Men’s and Women’s Cross Country programs and serve as an Assistant Coach for Men’s and Women’s Indoor/Outdoor Track & Field. The Head Coach position will manage and oversee the daily operations of the Men’s and Women’s Cross Country programs including: practice, gameday activities, recruiting, budget management, academic monitoring, and mentoring of student-athletes. The Head Coach will recruit and maintain a roster of 18 runners both for men’s and women’s cross country. These student-athletes are expected to be successful in the classroom, socially responsible, and competitive within the Mountain East and NCAA Division II. As the Assistant Coach for Men’s and Women’s Indoor/Outdoor Track & Field the Assistant Coach will be expected to assist with administration of the indoor and outdoor programs with an emphasis on training the middle and long distance disciplines. This position is expected to work collaboratively with the Head Coach of Track & Field.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. At least 3-5 years of coaching experience at the high school and/or collegiate level. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Proven ability to recruit student-athletes.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree and professional certification via United States Track and Field (USATF) or United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association. Professional experience coaching track and field and cross country at high school and/or collegiate levels.

About the University: A member institution of the University System of Maryland, Frostburg State University is a public, comprehensive, largely residential regional university offering programs in the sciences, education, business, the arts and humanities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. FSU prides itself on being a dynamic, learning-centered institution that emphasizes teaching with opportunities for professional development and research. More than 4,000 students enroll yearly.

About the Area: FSU is located on a scenic 260-acre campus in the mountains of Western Maryland, a region rich in history, quaint shopping areas and eclectic cafes and food choices. The Western Maryland region is considered a four-season outdoor hub of recreational experiences offering activities such as hiking, mountain biking, water sports, snow skiing/boarding, golfing, climbing, etc. Frostburg offers a family-friendly college town feel with easy access to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington, DC, and Baltimore. If you are looking for insightful colleagues, energetic students, and a great place to work and call home in a region with unlimited adventure seeking opportunities, FSU is for you!

To Apply:

If you wish to apply, please visit https://marylandconnect.wd1.myworkday...

Along with your application, please provide the following: 1) resume; 2) a cover letter specifically addressing the requirements in this advertisement; 3) names and contact information for three professional references.

For assurance of full consideration, please submit materials by 05/13/25.  

This position is open until filled.

FSU is proud to be a diverse and inclusive multicultural university.

Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce.  FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for
qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request.  Please notify us in advance. 
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Head Coach - Minor Sport

FSU is proud to be a diverse and inclusive multicultural university.

Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce.  FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request.  Please notify us in advance. 

WWW.FROSTBURG.EDU

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