Head Coach- Women's Track and Field

Summary

Position Title

Head Coach- Women's Track and Field

Department

Athletics

Position Reports to (Position Title)

Athletic Director or Designee

Effective Date

N/A

Status

Full Time/Exempt

Job Summary

Primary responsibilities are to oversee all aspects of Division I Track and Field program including, but not limited to, coaching, scheduling, recruiting, travel arrangements, budget management, student-athlete development, fundraising and other duties assigned by the the Athletic Director or designee. Candidates must be committed to the academic and athletic success of the student-athletes. 

 

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assistant track and field coach(es) and graduate assistants

Duties/Responsibilities

Overseeing all of the following duties as assigned:

• COACHING – Responsible for:
  • Implementation of short term and long term training plan.
  • Coordination and communication of daily practice schedule/lineups with coaches and SA’s.
  • Tracking and monitoring progress and development of team members.
  • Safety for S-A’s and coaches
• SCHEDULING – Responsible for:
  • Schedule of all practice and competition.
  • Submitting schedule to Finance and Compliance Office for final approval prior to initiating contracts.
  • Coordinating and submitting practice schedule to athletics operations.
  • Coordinating training plan with strength coach, athletic trainers, and class schedules of SA’s.
• RECRUITING – Responsible for:
  • Compliance with NCAA recruiting rules and completing associated paperwork in a timely
    manner.
  • Passing NCAA Coach’s Recruiting Test each year.
  • Initiating phone calls, emails, visits with prospective S-A’s.
  • Coordinating and making arrangements for unofficial visits.
  • Recruiting students who will be an asset to the University and Department of Athletics
    and graduate in a timely manner
• FINANCIAL AID- Responsible for:
  • Understanding NCAA regulations.
  • Consistently updating team rosters.
• TRAVEL – Responsible for:
  • Initiating process for all travel arrangements and submitting reports within 48 hours of return.
  • Scheduling/reservations of hotel rooms, bus travel, and air travel for competitions.
• EQUIPMENT/APPAREL – Responsible for:
  • Assist Director of Cross Country/Track & Field and Assistant Coaches in care and maintenance of all equipment, apparel, and facilities. 
• ACADEMICS - Responsible for:
  • Supporting all JU Athletics policies on classroom attendance, study halls, progress reports, and enforcing disciplinary actions. 
• FUNDRAISING- Responsible for:
  • Getting prior approval from the supervisor prior to initiating a fund raising activity.
  • Communication with alumni and parents to develop future donation opportunities.
  • Being available for departmental fund raising activities.
  • Following guidelines established by department, university, and the NCAA for fundraising
    activities.
• PAPERWORK- Responsible for:
  • Completing all paperwork by established athletic department and NCAA guidelines.
• MEETINGS – Responsible for:
  • Attending and contributing to all Department of Athletics meetings and requested functions.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA Division I Rules and Regulations.
• Mastery of the sport of distance running.
• Ability to safely drive a 15 passenger van.
• Ability to lead, guide, and direct volunteers, and student-athletes.
• Willingness to form relationships with constituents, and fundraise.

Education, Certificates, Licenses, & Experience

Minimum Work Experience:

• Collegiate experience as coach or athlete

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with NCAA Division I rules and regulations.
• Proven recruiting and fundraising abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership skills. 

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform essential job duties or have special accommodations arranged in advance.

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

To Apply

Interested applicants are asked to submit a copy of their resume, cover letter, & list of references, along with a completed JU Application to Dee Brown at dbrown50@ju.edu.