Head Coach, Track & Field and Cross Country

Head Coach at State University of New York at Fredonia (Fredonia, N.Y.)

Posted in Division III on February 11, 2010

SUNY Fredonia is recruiting for a Head Coach of Track & Field and Cross Country.

Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Coach will be responsible for all aspects of the Track & Field and Cross Country programs, including but not limited to:
– Recruitment of Assistant Coaches.
– Recruitment of qualified student-athletes.
– Practice planning and organization.
– Development and supervision of Assistant Coaches.
– Counseling of student-athletes.
– Meet management.
– Scheduling.
– Travel Arrangements.
– Compliance with NCAA and SUNYAC regulations.

The Head Coach effectively communicates and demonstrates collegiality in partnering with the campus community as well as department staff. Serves on committees and attends campus events as required.  May supervise additional staff and be assigned additional responsibilities as required.

This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package.  Candidates must possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills, as well as a commitment to the academic mission of SUNY Fredonia and a competitive Division III program.  Bachelor’s degree with prior coaching and recruiting experience at the collegiate or comparable level required, Master’s degree preferred.  Successful candidate must be well-versed in all areas of track and field and possess expertise in at least one of the following event groups: distance/middle distance; sprints and hurdles; jumps; throws; or vaulting. 

 Review of applications to begin March 5, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. 

SUNY Fredonia prides itself on an outstanding workforce. To continually support organizational excellence, the university conducts background screens on applicants. Anaffirmative action/equal opportunity employer, SUNY Fredonia encourages and actively seeksapplications from minorities, women, and people with disabilities.