Role OverviewReporting to the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach Track & Field/Cross Country & Director of Operations assists in developing a Division I competitive Women’s Track & Field/Cross Country program. The primary function of the Assistant Coach is to assist with the cross-country team and assist with the sprints/hurdles in women's. The Assistant Coach will evaluate and recruit qualified student-athletes to Temple University whose athletic skills would make the program highly competitive and whose academic abilities make them excellent candidates for a meaningful academic experience and graduation from Temple University.
What You Will Do
The Assistant Coach Track & Field/Cross Country & Director of Operations supports the Head Coach by providing leadership and integrity to the program established by the Head Coach. This includes, but is not limited to, creating, planning, organizing, motivating, communicating, and controlling aspects related to recruiting, practices, competitions, student-athletes, and related booster clubs.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The Assistant Coach Track & Field/Cross Country & Director of Operations is expected to conduct themselves in a manner representative of the University, the Department, and the sport, both on and off the field of competition. The Assistant Men’s & Women’s Cross-Country Coach is expected to know and comply with NCAA regulatory policies governing their sport, as well as NCAA and conference policies governing recruiting, eligibility, ethical standards, playing seasons, and extra benefits.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree
- At least two years of collegiate coaching sprints and hurdles, and some experience coaching distance at the Division I level or as a collegiate athlete
- Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Software, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Ability to assist with budgeting, scheduling, meal planning, coaching, recruiting, scouting, and purchasing and caring for equipment
- Ability to implement policies and guidelines for all Women’s Track and Field personnel and student-athletes
- Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication and organizational skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving, strong leadership, and team-building skills
- Demonstrated ability to handle and prioritize diverse tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to work a highly variable schedule, including nights and weekends
- Possess a valid driver’s license and good driving record
Benefits
- Full medical, dental, vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
- Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
- A generous retirement plan
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