Head Coach, Men & Women Cross Country & Track

EXPIRED

Westminster University

Head Coach, Men's & Women's Cross Country & Track

(Full-Time Benefited)

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Head Men’s and Women’s Cross Country & Track Coach reports to the Director of Athletics and is responsible for the administration and management of the Men’s and Women’s Cross Country & Track Coach. Westminster University is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA II) and the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Recruitment and retention of qualified student athletes.
• Supervise and hire assistant(s).
• Budgeting, scheduling, and travel arrangements.

Westminster University

Head Coach, Men's & Women's Cross Country & Track

(Full-Time Benefited)

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Head Men’s and Women’s Cross Country & Track Coach reports to the Director of Athletics and is responsible for the administration and management of the Men’s and Women’s Cross Country & Track Coach. Westminster University is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA II) and the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Recruitment and retention of qualified student athletes.
• Supervise and hire assistant(s).
• Budgeting, scheduling, and travel arrangements.
• Organize and supervise practices.
• Event management assistance.
• Order and maintain all equipment.
• Compliance with institutional, conference and national governing regulations.
• Assist with fundraising and outreach efforts for program.
• Student-athlete mentoring and welfare.
• Work closely with other staff to promote intercollegiate athletics as an integral part of the University learning environment and support the academic success of student-athletes.
• Perform all responsibilities with the highest ethical standards consistent with the University’s mission, vision and values which include diversity, equity and inclusion
• Perform other duties as assigned

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS - Schedule outside normal business hours. This position requires an irregular work schedule including days, nights, weekends and travel.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree, Master’s preferred.
• Demonstrate a record of success in coaching Cross Country & Track and recruiting student athletes at the collegiate level preferred.
• Ability to work independently.
• Effective motivational skills.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and public relation communication skills.
• Ability to create a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with high standards and goals.
• Commitment to high academic and professional standards.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

• Periodic overnight travel may be required.
• Regular travel throughout the year and/or at specified times of the year will be required.
• Extended hours, including evenings and weekends will be required.
• Ability to respond to on-call as assigned, including evenings and weekends is required.
• Valid driver’s license and successful DMV check required.
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch required.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds required.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds required.

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

Westminster University is committed to a diversified workforce, equal opportunity, and nondiscrimination. To this end, Westminster prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on race or ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, disabilities, genetic information, status as a veteran, or any other category or classification protected by applicable federal, state, or city laws. 

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