Head Men-Women Track/Field Coa

Title: Head Men-Women Track/Field Coa

State Role Title: Head Cross Country and Track & Field Coach

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Virginia State University

Location:  Virginia State University

Agency Website:  www.VSU.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Title: Head Men-Women Track/Field Coa

State Role Title: Head Cross Country and Track & Field Coach

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Virginia State University

Location:  Virginia State University

Agency Website:  www.VSU.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Head Men and Women's Cross Country/Track & Field Coach is responsible for the continued growth and development of student-athletes within the Cross Country/Track & Field programs. The primary function is to instruct and educate the student-athletes on how to correctly perform and execute each skill and technique which is essential to their success and the success of those programs. Supervise and evaluate assistant coach(s) annually. Assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

This position exists to serve as the Head Men and Women's Cross Country/Track & Field Coach. To create a positive and winning environment in the Cross Country/Track & Field programs while graduating student-athletes. The Head Coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Virginia State University, the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) and the NCAA.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college.

Must have experience working in an organized Cross Country/Track & Field team environment.

Must be knowledgeable of the basic fundamental skills as well as the ability to provide, leadership, instruction and teach techniques of Cross Country/Track & Field.

Must be able to work in a diverse and team setting while having the ability to attract student-athletes to VSU.

Must be able to drive a van to transport student-athletes.

Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY: Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed, e-mailed, and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested persons must attach a cover letter and a current resume/c.v to the online application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of employment.

The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check, which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment, if applicable.

Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWCon... , or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Contact Information

Name: Dominique M. Fisher

Phone: 804-524-5075

Email: dfisher@vsu.edu

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

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