Head Coach, Cross and Track & Field

Position: Head Coach, Cross Country and Track & Field
Under the general direction of the Director of Athletics, the Head Men's and Women's Track & Field and Cross Country Coach will recruit qualified student-athletes for the program, instruct and develop the student-athlete in the sports of track & field and cross country, monitor academic progress, and participate in community service. Instruction should include, but not be limited to, the rules, techniques and strategies relating to practice and competition in this sport.

Additionally, the head coach will supervise their graduate assistant and part-time assistant coaches. The Head Coach provides administrative support to the College's NCAA Division III program. The Head Coach will also support the mission and goals of the Athletic Department.

Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Coaching, Instruction, and Team Administration (75%)

• Model and instruct student-athletes in departmental, College, Conference, and NCAA policies and procedures including Hood Honor Code, Alcohol Policy, Code of Conduct, Travel Policy, Conference bylaws and proceedings, and NCAA guidelines;
• Organize and conduct practices during the traditional season (as defined by the National Collegiate Athletic Association) for this sport. Non-traditional (or out of season) practices may be required;
• Develop team travel and security plans in compliance with departmental and College guidelines for safety and other requirements;
• Serve as the representative of the department and the College during team travel for in- and out-of-season competition. Supervise team during all travel, lead team during the event;
• Manage and account for team money distributed for meal and/or other expenses. Submit required forms and reports to Director of Athletics and Accounting Department;
• Responsible for assisting in management of operational budget
• Participate in uniform and equipment purchase process;
• Plan and coordinate team travel with Office Manager for Athletics;
• Develop and implement fund-raising strategies;
• Complete in-and off-season scheduling for the program.
• Participate in NCAA and Conference meetings and voting procedures as appropriate;
• Join sport affiliated coaching organizations and nominate team for any organization sponsored awards;
• Refer student-athletes to College resources as necessary to assist with academic, medical, and/or personal issues that may arise throughout the year;
• Represent the Department of Athletics at all on-campus Admission Open Houses and/or other predetermined events;
• Coordinate practice schedules with TJ High School;
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Athletics.

Recruiting (25%)

• Work with admissions department to develop annual recruiting plan for identifying prospective student-athletes;
• Update front rush weekly;
• Hit annual recruiting goals determined between the head coach and athletic director;
• Prioritize retention;
• Work closely with Sports Information Director to develop annual media plan that includes news releases for promotion of student-athletes, the team, and the College;
• Respond promptly to prospective student inquiries and maintain record of contacts.

Qualifications

We seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College's mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• USATF Level 2 sprints or jumps certificate or USTFCCCA equivalents;
• Proven integrity, leadership, and a thorough knowledge of track & field and cross country are required;
• Candidate should possess a strong commitment and ability to motivate, teach; counsel, and recruit academically qualified student-athletes;
• Must have valid driver's license.

Preferred Skills and Characteristics

Technology Skills

Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail and Internet. Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.

Language Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

Proficient with statistical and financial concepts. Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking, projections, goal setting and interpreting reports. Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost effective decisions regarding programs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization…