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Head Cross Country Coach
Head Cross Country Coach at Southern Vermont College (Bennington, VT)
Posted in Division III on August 5, 2010
Southern Vermont College seeks a head coach to oversee all aspects of the NCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s Cross Country programs, including coaching, student recruitment and development, contest scheduling, budget management, compliance with NCAA, conference, and College rules and regulations, student-athlete academic achievement, and other duties assigned by the Athletic Director. Additionally, the incumbent must be able to organize and run a cross country invitational. Also important are to maintain collaborative working relationships with administrators and coaches in the department, other college offices, and appropriate relationships with members of the media, donors, and other individuals interested in the Cross Country program. This is a full-time, 10-month position to begin August 1st or ASAP.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s Degree preferred.
* Previous, successful cross country coaching experience at the high school or college level; college level preferred.
* Experience organizing and running a cross country meet.
* NCAA compliance oversight desired.
* Strong interpersonal skills with ability to effectively communicate with a diverse community of students, faculty, coaches, administrators, and staff.
* Ability to represent the Department and the College to off-campus constituencies, including alumni, friends, corporate partners, and donors.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion.
* Strong organizational skills with ability to handle multiple, competing tasks, and priorities.
* Team-oriented individual with ability to take initiative.
* Proficiency with word-processing software and database management.
* Valid CPR / AED and first aid certifications and valid driver’s license are also required
To Apply:
Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to: Jim Beckwith, via email at jobs@svc.edu. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
