Since 1920, Mount St. Joseph University has provided an education that is based on interdisciplinary liberal arts and professional curricula emphasizing mission, values, integrity, and social responsibility. Faculty and staff deliver high-quality academics, hands-on experiential learning, and personalized attention to support student success. Join our award-winning team, recognized for four consecutive years as a 'Best College to Work for,' and be part of a vibrant culture that places a premium on inclusion and belonging.
Purpose
Responsible for instructing student athletes in the rules and fundamentals of cross country and track and field; and determining fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques.
Duties
Plans and implements the operation of the cross country, track and field programs
Recruiting participants to fill NCAA average rosters or greater.
Share responsibility for administration/implementation of budget spending.
Maintains current knowledge and abides by NCAA/HCAC policies, rules and procedures
Attends NCAA/HCAC meetings, clinics and seminars
Maintains necessary records
Monitors eligibility for cross country, track and field
Monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes
Advising of students on their academic progress for academic retention
Works closely with Sports Information
Responsible for safety of players during meets, practice, travel
Purchases and maintains equipment and uniforms
Makes travel arrangements
Schedules and organizes team related activities
Promotes players for recognition
Demonstrates integrity and upholds the values and mission of the University
Supports total athletic program
Assists in weight room supervision
Supervise open activities as needed and as permitted by NCAA Bylaws for safety purposes.
Committee assignments and other duties appropriate to skills and training as assigned by supervisors.
Contributes to team effort by welcoming new and different work requirements; exploring new opportunities to enhance the services of the division; helping others accomplish related job results as and where needed.
Utilizes the state of the art Centennial Field House for camps, clinics and recruiting.
Primary Contacts
Department Director, coaching staff, Athletic Training staff, Recreation Coordinators, Coordinator of Athletic and Recreation Facilities, Secretary, student employees, Student Development staff, Admission staff, prospective students and families, enrolled students, Registrar, Faculty Athletic Representative, and other members of the University community as well as the local and outside community.
Supervision Exercised
Assistant coaches, student work study
Supervision Received
Works toward a previously defined objective and uses a wide range of procedures exercising discretion and judgment; consulting and referring to the Director of Athletics as appropriate
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor, Master’s Degree preferred
Experience
High school and/or college coaching
Specialized Training
Proficient in use of: cross country, track and field background, Vans, copier, First Aid and CPR.
Skills
Skills, Attributes
Customer Service:
exhibit a “student – customer first” orientation in providing exceptional service in all responsibilities and interactions demonstrating versatility in handling people and situations
adapt willingly and quickly to changing priorities, responsibilities, and student needs and expectations; anticipate and identify student needs
Available for evening and weekend work as necessary
Teamwork
communicate, cooperate and collaborate with others to achieve common office, division, or University goals
willingly assist in various responsibilities as appropriate within the Student Affairs Division as required during high service demand times
Communication
develop and nurture an effective, productive and respectful rapport and working relationship with Department Directors, coaching staff, Athletic Training staff, Recreation Coordinators, Coordinators of Athletic and Recreation Facilities, Secretary, student employees, Student Development staff, Admission staff, prospective students and families, enrolled students, Registrar, Faculty Athletic Representative, and other members of the University community as well as the local and outside community, maintaining appropriate level of professionalism
communicate information clearly and concisely and listen well to others
must possess strong communication skills and strengths in public speaking
Accuracy
maintain a high level of accuracy, consistently reviewing work to detect errors, oversights or omissions
Initiative
take immediate and independent action when necessary assuming initiative for creative problem solving
accomplish tasks with follow through to completion
Technical
must possess aptitude for technological development and its implications for appropriate automation of office
Work Environment, Physical Demands
Standing or sitting in one position for long periods; computer data input; multiple concurrent tasks with constant service interruptions; high level customer contact; strict confidentiality; detailed work; University vans for team and other transportation.
Benefits
Mount St. Joseph University offers a wide array of benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.