Assistant Cross Country/Track & Field Coach

Assistant Coach at Soka University of America (Aliso Viejo, CA)

Posted in NAIA on January 11, 2010

The Assistant Cross Country and Track & Field coach will assist the head coach in all aspects of the men’s and women’s cross country and track & field programs. 

Duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Recruitment of quality student-athletes who will be a good fit for the program
• Design and implementation of off-season training programs
• Design and implementation of in-season training programs
• Travel and coach during competitions
• Focus on student-athlete retention, including monitoring academic progress
• Participate in program fundraising activities
• Assist in hosting home contests at both the college and high school level
• Assist head coach with administrative duties such as scheduling, travel, budget
• Facilitate the personal development of student-athletes by focusing on areas like values and ethics
• Represent the university and team in a professional manner at all times

Required qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree and an advanced degree (either in an area related to duties), from accredited institutions
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of students and staff
• Commitment to mutual respect, service orientation, multiculturalism and diversity, community service and institutional excellence
• Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational, time management, and leadership skills
• High proficiency in personal computer systems utilizing databases, word processing, graphics, and spreadsheets
• CPR and First Aid certification

Preferred qualifications:

• Recent professional experience in coaching at the collegiate level or beyond
• An established record of success in both dual meets and invitationals
• Previous record of success in the recruitment and retention of student-athletes
• A clear record of success and commitment to the academic progress of their student-athletes
• Experience managing summer activities and youth sports instruction
• NAIA, USATF and/or Coaches Associations memberships