Track & Cross Country Assistant Coach

Description

Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will assist with carrying out aspects of the assigned NCAA Division II program, including but not limited to recruiting, coaching, mentoring, supporting, and developing the student-athletes. The Assistant Coach has responsibility for compliance with all Conference and NCAA rules and represents Glenville State University to the program’s various internal and external constituents. The Assistant Coach has an integral role in providing a positive experience for each student-athlete and is expected to support Glenville State University’s educational philosophy and the goals of the Athletic Department as a loyal, energetic, and highly visible college representative.

Examples of Duties

• Teach, coach, mentor, and inspire student athletes up through graduation.
• Attend all competitions and practices unless directed to other tasks by the Head Coach and teach student-athletes proper skills and skill development in their sport.
• Assist in the organization of all aspects of an athletes’ development, including practice sessions, and preparation for contests.
• Create a positive environment for student-athletes by communicating clearly and fairly with each student-athlete on matters that affect his/her development including academic, physical, social, spiritual and athletic issues.
• Assist the Head Coach to identify and recruit student athletes who are capable of competing successfully on the NCAA Division II level and who are capable of succeeding academically and graduating.
• Responsible for staying within fiscal and budgetary guidelines and maintaining expense reports for all scouting, recruiting and travel expenses.

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience coaching sprints, and hurdle events.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to NCAA and member conference rules and regulations.

Description

Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will assist with carrying out aspects of the assigned NCAA Division II program, including but not limited to recruiting, coaching, mentoring, supporting, and developing the student-athletes. The Assistant Coach has responsibility for compliance with all Conference and NCAA rules and represents Glenville State University to the program’s various internal and external constituents. The Assistant Coach has an integral role in providing a positive experience for each student-athlete and is expected to support Glenville State University’s educational philosophy and the goals of the Athletic Department as a loyal, energetic, and highly visible college representative.

Examples of Duties

• Teach, coach, mentor, and inspire student athletes up through graduation.
• Attend all competitions and practices unless directed to other tasks by the Head Coach and teach student-athletes proper skills and skill development in their sport.
• Assist in the organization of all aspects of an athletes’ development, including practice sessions, and preparation for contests.
• Create a positive environment for student-athletes by communicating clearly and fairly with each student-athlete on matters that affect his/her development including academic, physical, social, spiritual and athletic issues.
• Assist the Head Coach to identify and recruit student athletes who are capable of competing successfully on the NCAA Division II level and who are capable of succeeding academically and graduating.
• Responsible for staying within fiscal and budgetary guidelines and maintaining expense reports for all scouting, recruiting and travel expenses.

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience coaching sprints, and hurdle events.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to NCAA and member conference rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated self-direction and motivation with the ability to work independently and work under pressure.
• Valid driver’s license and successful clearance of motor vehicle record check.
• Successful background check clearances.

Supplemental Information

Applicants must include a letter of interest, current resume, and names and contact information for at least three references.

Apply online at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/glen...or by email at hr@glenville.edu.
Screening of all applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Glenville State University in an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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