Assistant Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Coach

Position Title & Department:

Assistant Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Coach; Athletics

Posting

5368

Department Description:

As part of the University of San Diego, a Roman Catholic University, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to advancing academic and athletic excellence and enhancing students' lives while promoting the University of San Diego.

University Description:

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

Detailed Description:

Position Title & Department:

Assistant Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Coach; Athletics

Posting

5368

Department Description:

As part of the University of San Diego, a Roman Catholic University, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to advancing academic and athletic excellence and enhancing students' lives while promoting the University of San Diego.

University Description:

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

Detailed Description:

The assistant cross country coach works under the direction of the head coach and is responsible in assisting in administrative and organizational aspects of the given sport program within the Mission of the University and its Philosophy of Intercollegiate Athletics. The assistant coach is also responsible for recruitment of student-athletes, adherence to NCAA, Conference and University regulations with regard to recruiting, admission standards and eligibility, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, and assisting in the scheduling of athletic practices and contests.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Coaching

• Supervision of all student athletes of men’s and women’s cross country and women’s track in a coordinated and planned program of practices and competition, with a concern for the players’ health and welfare, physical and psychological preparation.
• Practice Preparation – Coordinates with the Head Coach to provide daily practice schedules for all aspects of the specified program.
• Responsibility for teaching and coaching all specified aspects of the overall program.
• Travels with Team to practices and meets
• Assist in Preparing and organize a competitive schedule for approval by the sport supervisor and Director of Athletics. Consideration should be given to the academic life of student-athletes, i.e. missed class time, examination periods and other factors that would adversely affect their academic success
• Provide spring competition opportunities, as well as spring and summer training workouts for individual team members.

Recruiting

• Knowledge of and adherence to all University, NCAA and Conference Rules and Regulations, Policies and Procedures with special attention to recruiting, eligibility, admissions and financial aid
• Make recommendations to the head coach on potential recruits
• Phone conversations with prospects
• Work directly with the USD admissions liaison and director of compliance in an effective and efficient manner.
• Assist with official and unofficial visits

Administrative

• Assist in securing home race course sites, permits, event staff with assistance from athletic facilities staff.
• Determine practice site locations and course trails.
• Arrange transportation to and from practice and competition sites.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• California driver’s license required within 6 weeks of employment, Class B license preferred
• Required to be certified to recruit off-campus by USD Athletics Compliance Staff via NCAA rules education training within 6 weeks of employment, and then each year before August 1st.
• Heartsaver CPR /AED / First Aid certification required. Must have this certificate within 6 weeks of employment.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Must be able to travel for extended periods of time for athletic and fundraising events.

Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement : Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 1 year of related experience required, preferably in an assisting coaching position
• Understanding of NCAA rules and regulations required.

Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with members of the University community, San Diego community and all media.
• Possess good management skills.
• Represent the University in a professional and responsible manner; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Adherence to and appreciation for NCAA/conference/league regulations and ability to instill those values in subordinates and students.
• Excellent skills in the use of specific equipment and tools as identified below.

Posting Salary:

$5720 - 5800 per month; Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Special Application Instructions:

Resume and Cover Letter Required

Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a cover letter and resume to your application profile for the hiring managers’ review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at jobs@sandiego.edu.

Additional Details:

Hours: 40 hours per week

Closing date: Open until filled

Note : External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.

The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.

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