Assistant OR Associate Head Coach - Track and Field and Cross Country

St. Norbert College (SNC), a nationally-ranked, private, Catholic, liberal arts college is seeking an Assistant OR Associate Head Coach for Track and Field and Cross Country. This position supports the head coach in all aspects of the Track and Field/Cross Country programs. Responsibilities include recruiting, planning practice and competition schedules, coaching during practices and competitions, overseeing home meet administration, assisting with travel logistics, conducting academic reviews, supporting fundraising efforts, and managing public relations.

Specific responsibilities:

• Provide instruction and guidance to athletes in preparation for competitions, helping them perform at their best both individually and as a team. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the rules, strategies, and techniques for track and cross country. Teach student-athletes how to use sports equipment effectively and safely. Organize and lead five weekly practice sessions, tailoring multiple sessions throughout the day based on event groups.

• Organize and assist with home and away meet competitions. Organize volunteers to assist with the field events and oversee the staffing of the concession stand at home meets. Organize travel and equipment for away meets.

• Assist with campus and off-campus recruiting activities.  Make phone calls and email prospective student-athletes on an ongoing basis.  Arrange visits to meet with prospective student-athletes in high school. Attend events outside of high school (cross country and track and field meets). Set up campus visits collaborating with SNC Admissions staff to formulate itineraries. 

• Promote high school camps via newspaper, online, and direct mailings.  Camps include: Fall Pole Vault, Winter Track Camp, Summer Track Camp & Meet, and Summer Distance Running Camp.

• Provide academic supervision of student-athletes by monitoring grades and progress and assisting those who are not meeting academic standards. 

• Manage social media platforms, specifically the Cross Country/Track & Field Facebook Page, Instagram, and Snapchat.

Supervision Exercised Over: 

• 6-7 Volunteer Coaches

Required Minimum Qualifications:    

• Bachelor’s Degree

• 3-5 years of coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level.

• Experience in either “throws” or “sprints/jumps/hurdles” preferred.

• US Track and Field Level II certification preferred in specific event area. 

• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or an approved NCAA approved strength and conditioning certification preferred.

• Valid Driver’s License.

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse campus environment or commitment to do so as an employee of St. Norbert College.

• Ability to communicate effectively with prospective student-athletes and their parents

• Self-disciplined and organized to continually work on the task at hand.

• Ability to interact professionally with coworkers and customers, particularly in conflict situations.

• Ability to multitask, meet specific deadlines, and prioritize tasks and assignments.

• Knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Office, Google Apps) and ability to learn upgrades and new programs as needed.

• Ability to exercise good judgment and decisions expeditiously.

• Skilled at setting a good example for others. 

• Skilled at organizing events, programs, and projects and seeing them through to completion.

• Skilled at working with large (>100) groups of people.

The College may consider any equivalent amount of credentials, licensures, training, or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

 
Working Conditions:

Travel requirements 40%  of the weekends for Track & Field/Cross-Country meets and recruiting.  Work hours vary dependent upon time of year,  M – F, between 6:00 am – 8:00 pm.  Weekend and evening hours are expected.  

Benefits package:

The College offers an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision and life insurance; retirement plan; paid time-off and tuition waiver. For more information, please visit: https://www.snc.edu/hr/workinghere.html.

Application instructions:

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt until the position has been filled.

St. Norbert College (SNC), a Catholic, Norbertine and Liberal Arts College provides an educational environment that fosters intellectual, spiritual and personal development.  As the only Norbertine institution of higher learning in the world, our roots, traditions, and commitments create a unique and enriching educational experience for our students.  

At SNC, our commitment to communio – the Norbertine ideal of a community united as one – is grounded in the principles of dignity, truth and justice. Consistent with these principles, St. Norbert is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.  

We seek those who will embrace our mission and commitment to building a vibrant, diverse and spiritually engaged community (https://www.snc.edu/mission/gettingtoknow.html). Applications from members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply (https://www.snc.edu/diversityaffairs).