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Assistant Cross Country & Track and Field Coach

Hamilton College · Clinton, NY · 1 mo ago
Education$62k/yrFull-time

Position Summary

The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the Cross Country & Track and Field Program for the College. Responsibilities include instructing student athletes, recruiting, supporting academic progress, budget management, scheduling, managing travel, compliance with NCAA and NESCAC rules and regulations, and ensuring program integrity.

Primary Duties

  • Teach the fundamentals of the sport during meetings, practices and games

  • Teach enrolled students in classroom setting in the general area of physical education

  • Devise and implement athletic strategies for the team

  • Cultivate and support the academic development of student-athletes by monitoring progress and implementing action plans

  • Identify, evaluate and recruit prospective student-athletes

  • Assist with administration of Program’s budget through monitoring expenditures

  • Coordinate on-campus team meals with the college dining vendor to ensure nutritional and dietary needs of student-athletes

  • Collaborate with Sports Medicine regarding injury prevention strategies and student-athlete rehabilitation techniques

  • Ensure the safety of all student-athletes by scheduling practice sessions in compliance with applicable rules and regulations, overseeing selection and fitting of team equipment, and making recommendations for improvements to equipment and supplies

  • Plan and organize team travel including coordinating appropriate budget with Athletic Business Office for travel and related expenses

  • Manage alumni relations and coordinate correspondence with alumni, boosters, and parents

  • Promote the Athletics Department and Program through community events, public speaking, fundraising and marketing

  • Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student athletes to support the image and reputation of the Athletics Department, Program and College

  • Ensure adherence to all NCAA, NESCAC (or other conference) and College rules by athletes, supporting staff and others and reporting of any potential issues to Head Coach and/or Athletic Director

  • In absence of Head Coach, and with approval of Athletics Director, ensure continued operations of Program and assume Head Coach duties and responsibilities as assigned

  • Attend seminars, conferences and other professional development opportunities

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in an appropriate area of specialization and experience coaching and/or playing at the intercollegiate level is required.
  • A Master’s Degree is preferred.
  • Experience coaching or competing in throws, jumps, or sprints is preferred but not required.
  • Evening and weekend work is necessary.
  • Candidate must have a valid active driver’s license.

Compensation Range

$62,354 per year

Benefits

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EEO Policy

Hamilton College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes a wide array of experiences, backgrounds and viewpoints as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths in these areas.

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