Assistant Coach Track& Field/Cross Country & Director of Operations

Temple University's Athletics Department is searching for an Assistant Track & Field/Cross Country Coach & Director of Operations.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

• 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 and so much more!

Position Summary:

Reporting 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.

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. 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. The Assistant Coach Track & Field/Cross Country & Director of Operations performs other job-related duties as assigned. 

Required Education & Experience:

A bachelor’s degree and 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.

Preferred:

• NCAA Division I experience.

• Demonstrated experience developing and allocating a budget.

• Demonstrated experience fundraising towards the achievement of program goals.  

Required Skills & Abilities:

• 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.

Required Background Checks & Clearances:

•          Child Abuse Certifications

•          DMV Check

• Cash Handling

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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