Assistant Men's and Women's Track & Field/Cross Country Coach

Summary:
The Assistant Men's and Women's Cross Country/Track and Field Coach assists in development, management, implementation, and advancement of competitive intercollegiate men's and women's cross country/track and field program within the philosophy, objectives, policies, and guidelines of NCAA Division II, the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC), and Department of Athletics at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS). The Assistant Men's and Women's Cross Country/Track and Field Coach reports to the Head Men's and Women's Cross Country/Track and Field Coach.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach and instruct advanced level skills, techniques, and game strategies inherent in the highest level of competitive play; developing UIS men’s and women’s cross country/track and field student-athletes to successful competitive achievements.

• Assist in recruiting highly successful men’s and women’s cross country/track and field student-athletes who are both physically and academically talented, who represent UIS and Department of Athletics with good character, and who strive to graduate from UIS.

• Assist in preparation for practices, competitions, and team travel.

• Assist with fundraising, marketing, promotion, and alumni and community engagement of UIS men’s and women’s cross country/track and field and Department of Athletics at UIS.

• Collaborate with athletic training staff, academic support personnel, strength and conditioning, compliance staff, and other campus personnel to enhance and support UIS men’s and women’s cross country/track and field student-athlete experience.

• Accountable for compliance with all NCAA Division II and Great Lakes Valley Conference rules; including submission of all compliance forms, adherence to all compliance policies and procedures, and attendance of mandatory NCAA rules education sessions.

• Assist with prospect camps/clinics to increase local and regional exposure of and recruitment to UIS Cross Country/Track and Field.

• Attend GLVC, UIS, and Department of Athletics meetings as scheduled; hold office hours in the office in the Recreation and Athletic Center; complete required NCAA and UIS training.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the department’s strategic goals and on-going initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required. Demonstrated experience in competing, coaching, or providing individual skill instruction in cross country/track and field, particularly in middle distance events is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience in cross country/track and field student-athlete development, training design, and race strategy is highly preferred. 

About UIS: University of Illinois Springfield, one of three universities in the prestigious U of I system, is renowned for its commitment to educating public servants and leaders. As an integral part of the U of I system, UIS offers a dynamic and supportive environment focused on excellence in education, innovation, and public service. Located in Springfield, IL, UIS provides a vibrant campus life with a strong emphasis on academic and extracurricular activities. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu.

Application deadline: Open until filled

Minimum Starting Salary: $1,000 per month for 10 months plus the potential of a tuition waiver and an on-campus apartment