Head Coach - Track

Franklin Pierce University

Rindge, NH

Posted Date: Mar 14, 2025

QUALIFICATION

  • Salary Expectation
    Unknown
  • Years of Experience
    3+ Years
  • Work Type
    Full-time

ABOUT PROGRAM

About the Job
Job Description

Franklin Pierce University (FPU) is seeking a energetic and dedicated individual to serve as the Head Coach for our Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track & Field programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of both programs, ensuring compliance with all NCAA, Northeast-10, and institutional rules and regulations, while fostering an environment that reflects the University’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape a competitive athletic program at the collegiate level.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the University’s men’s and women’s cross country and track & field programs.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive coaching strategy for both individual and team success, with a focus on skill development and competitive performance.
  • Instruct, coach, and mentor student-athletes in all aspects of cross country and track & field, with the majority of coaching occurring in person.
  • Monitor student-athletes' academic performance to ensure their academic success and compliance with University standards.
  • Recruit, retain, and mentor high-quality student-athletes in compliance with NCAA and institutional regulations.
  • Ensure the recruitment of student-athletes aligns with the University’s enrollment goals.
  • Coordinate all logistics for home and away competitions, including team travel, transportation, and lodging.
  • Manage the procurement and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
  • Organize and schedule practices, competitions, and other related events.
  • Participate in fundraising and public relations efforts to support the program’s growth and visibility.
  • Cultivate positive relationships within the campus community, including students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
  • Oversee budget management, ensuring financial sustainability for the program.
  • Hire, supervise, and develop a coaching staff committed to excellence and personal growth.
Program Performance

NE-10 Cross Country (M) 2023–2024

Franklin Pierce University record compared to the conference

School Conference Ranking RPI APR
Southern Connecticut State University 1 of 12 32
Franklin Pierce University 2 of 12 33
Adelphi University 3 of 12
Bentley University 4 of 12
Assumption University 5 of 12
Southern New Hampshire University 6 of 12
University of New Haven 7 of 12
Saint Michael's College 8 of 12
Saint Anselm College 9 of 12
American International College 10 of 12
Pace University-New York 12 of 12

NE-10 Cross Country (W) 2023–2024

Franklin Pierce University record compared to the conference

NE-10 Indoor Track & Field (M) 2022–2023

Franklin Pierce University record compared to the conference

School Conference Ranking RPI APR
Southern Connecticut State University 1 of 9
University of New Haven 2 of 9
Assumption University 3 of 9
American International College 3 of 9
Franklin Pierce University 5 of 9
Adelphi University 6 of 9
Bentley University 7 of 9

NE-10 Indoor Track & Field (W) 2022–2023

Franklin Pierce University record compared to the conference

School Conference Ranking RPI APR
Southern New Hampshire University 1 of 10
Southern Connecticut State University 2 of 10
Adelphi University 3 of 10 21
Franklin Pierce University 4 of 10
American International College 5 of 10 35
University of New Haven 6 of 10
Assumption University 7 of 10
Bentley University 9 of 10

NE-10 Outdoor Track & Field (M) 2022–2023

Franklin Pierce University record compared to the conference

School Conference Ranking RPI APR
Southern Connecticut State University 1 of 9 37
Franklin Pierce University 2 of 9
Assumption University 3 of 9 41
University of New Haven 4 of 9
American International College 5 of 9
Adelphi University 6 of 9
Bentley University 7 of 9

NE-10 Outdoor Track & Field (W) 2022–2023

Franklin Pierce University record compared to the conference

School Conference Ranking RPI APR
Southern New Hampshire University 1 of 10 53
Southern Connecticut State University 2 of 10 59
Adelphi University 3 of 10
Franklin Pierce University 4 of 10
American International College 5 of 10
University of New Haven 6 of 10
Assumption University 7 of 10
Bentley University 8 of 10
Season Head Coach Assistant Coach Conference Overall
2024-2025

Zach Emerson

Departing
2023-2024

Zach Emerson

2022-2023

Zach Emerson

2021-2022

Zach Emerson

2020-2021

Zach Emerson

2019-2020

Zach Emerson

2018-2019

Zach Emerson

2017-2018

Zach Emerson

Season Head Coach Assistant Coach Conference Overall
2024-2025

Zach Emerson

Departing
2023-2024

Zach Emerson

2022-2023

Zach Emerson

2021-2022

Zach Emerson

2020-2021

Zach Emerson

2019-2020

Zach Emerson

2018-2019

Zach Emerson

2017-2018

Zach Emerson

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