Head Coach of Men's and Women's Cross Country/Track & Field

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Recruits and retains high achieving student-athletes.
• Builds relationships with students to provide mentorship, guidance and support both in and out of competition.
• Works to enhance the student-athlete experience through training, competition and leadership development.
• Adheres to NCAA rules and compliance.
• Manages the team budget including recruitment, equipment, travel, uniforms and supplies.
• Oversees team travel arrangements and scheduling.
• Hires and supervises assistant coaches.
• Contributes ideas, input and support to the Union Athletics Department.
• Sets up for and participates in sport trends and innovations in competing and teaching.
• Promotes collaboration and fundraising with campus stakeholders.
• Connects student-athletes with academic and professional resources.

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience coaching track & field/cross country or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and/or work experience.
  • Master’s degree and competition experience at the collegiate level is preferred.
  • Experience in leading, motivating and providing guidance to high achieving and competitive student-athletes.
  • Experience in recruiting and successfully identifying talented prospective student-athletes who can thrive in a rigorous academic environment.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends is required.
  • Ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 30 lbs.) and stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time.
  • A valid New York State driver’s license is required.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
  • The ability to foster and enhance a thriving, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community, while promoting a sense of belonging among students, alumni, faculty and staff colleagues.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience with distance track and field and cross country athletes at the collegiate level.

    Pay

    The annual salary range for this position is $70,000-72,000 annually.

    Location

    Schenectady, NY