Head Cross Country Coach/Assistant Track and Field Coach

The Head Cross Country Coach and Assistant Track & Field Coach will be responsible for the men's and women's distance and mid-distance athletes. This individual will provide coaching expertise, leadership, management that results in a positive and beneficial intercollegiate experience for the student-athletes.

Qualifications:

Required Education an/or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Master’s degree preferred;

• Experience in Intercollegiate Athletics/Higher Education setting preferred;

• Experience coaching distance/mid-distance at the NCAA level;

• Experience recruiting student-athletes with outstanding academic and athletic accomplishments.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement performance plans for men's and women's distance and mid-distance athletes for cross country and track events;

• Recruit and evaluate high caliber student-athletes in distance and mid-distance events;

• Coordinate travel arrangements for cross country and assist with track & field travel;

• Log recruiting activity in Teamworks (Compliance & Recruiting Platform);

• Assist with oversight of student-athletes academic support;

• Perform classroom checks as necessary;

• Acting meet director for any home cross country or track & field competitions;

• Ability to promote an atmosphere of Compliance with NCAA, Ohio Valley;

• Conference and UA Little Rock rules/regulations/policies;

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA, Ohio Valley Conference and UA Little Rock Regulations;

• Ability to work nights and weekends with extensive travel.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

J.P. Behnke, Director of Track & Field/Cross Country, jpbehnke@ualr.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Driving, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes