Associate Head Track/Assistant Cross Country Coach

The Associate Head Men’s Track Coach/Assistant Cross Country Coach is responsible for assisting with the vision, leadership, and strategic planning in directing and supervising all activities related to the recruitment, teaching, training, and skill development of scholar-athletes in preparation for intercollegiate competitions with specialization in sprints, jumps, hurdles, and multis. The coach establishes positive, mutually respectful, and effective working relationships with scholar-athletes, coaches, administrators, faculty, alumni, and the public in supporting the University’s mission to educate global thinkers, resilient problem solvers, and future leaders, ready to support industry and societal needs by responsibly integrating science, technology, and other key disciplines to advance knowledge across the universe and Florida Tech athletics mission of developing diverse athletes into scholars, champions, and leaders prepared to become global influencers in their relentless pursuit of greatness.

Florida Institute of Technology is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and the Sunshine State Conference (SSC). In meeting the University’s tradition of ethical conduct at all levels of university life, this role is responsible for demonstrating a commitment to represent the University in an honorable and ethical manner and complying with all athletic, NCAA, Sunshine State Conference (SSC), Florida Institute of Technology, and established Federal Government policies and protocols, including the use of all athletic and university software and technology systems, documentation, travel arrangements, equipment/supplies maintenance, orders, and community service.

• Assists the head coach in providing a positive scholar-athlete experience centered on physical and mental health. Organizes, implements, and oversees all regular practice sessions and competitions, and is present at each. Develops, instructs, and motivates scholar-athletes in fundamentals, techniques, and strategies to achieve high-level performance, both individually and as a team, specializing in sprints, jumps, hurdles, and multis.
• Assists the head coach with evaluating and recruiting athletically talented, academically qualified scholar-athletes, and with monitoring, overseeing, and supporting their academic success in alignment with the University's mission and philosophy. Complies with academic policies established by the University and the NCAA, and maintains an environment that prioritizes higher education, as reflected in class attendance, grade point averages, the NCAA Academic Success Rate (ASR), and federal graduation rates
• Assists with the development, implementation, and oversight of the sports operating budget provided by the university. Develops fundraising activities and events to supplement the program's budget needs. Cooperates fully with the University in promoting the Program, the University's Athletics Advancement fundraising efforts, the University itself, the University's Alumni Association, and other University-affiliated organizations. This cooperation includes but is not limited to: (a) attendance and participation at meetings, events, and media outlets of the University and University-affiliated organizations; (b) endorsement of products and performance of promotional services; and (c) personal appearances, in each case as directed by the Director of Athletics.
• Performs additional duties and special projects as directed by the Head Coach and/or the Director of Athletics in support of the department's mission and strategic priorities

Equal Opportunity

Florida Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of sex.  Inquiries concerning the application of the Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment policy may be directed to the Equal Opportunity Director and Investigator at 150 West University Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901, or email equalopp@fit.edu, or +1 321-674-7153; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling the Office of Human Resources at 321-674-8100.

The Associate Head Men’s Track Coach/Assistant Cross Country Coach is responsible for assisting with the vision, leadership, and strategic planning in directing and supervising all activities related to the recruitment, teaching, training, and skill development of scholar-athletes in preparation for intercollegiate competitions with specialization in sprints, jumps, hurdles, and multis. The coach establishes positive, mutually respectful, and effective working relationships with scholar-athletes, coaches, administrators, faculty, alumni, and the public in supporting the University’s mission to educate global thinkers, resilient problem solvers, and future leaders, ready to support industry and societal needs by responsibly integrating science, technology, and other key disciplines to advance knowledge across the universe and Florida Tech athletics mission of developing diverse athletes into scholars, champions, and leaders prepared to become global influencers in their relentless pursuit of greatness.

Florida Institute of Technology is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and the Sunshine State Conference (SSC). In meeting the University’s tradition of ethical conduct at all levels of university life, this role is responsible for demonstrating a commitment to represent the University in an honorable and ethical manner and complying with all athletic, NCAA, Sunshine State Conference (SSC), Florida Institute of Technology, and established Federal Government policies and protocols, including the use of all athletic and university software and technology systems, documentation, travel arrangements, equipment/supplies maintenance, orders, and community service.

• Assists the head coach in providing a positive scholar-athlete experience centered on physical and mental health. Organizes, implements, and oversees all regular practice sessions and competitions, and is present at each. Develops, instructs, and motivates scholar-athletes in fundamentals, techniques, and strategies to achieve high-level performance, both individually and as a team, specializing in sprints, jumps, hurdles, and multis.
• Assists the head coach with evaluating and recruiting athletically talented, academically qualified scholar-athletes, and with monitoring, overseeing, and supporting their academic success in alignment with the University's mission and philosophy. Complies with academic policies established by the University and the NCAA, and maintains an environment that prioritizes higher education, as reflected in class attendance, grade point averages, the NCAA Academic Success Rate (ASR), and federal graduation rates
• Assists with the development, implementation, and oversight of the sports operating budget provided by the university. Develops fundraising activities and events to supplement the program's budget needs. Cooperates fully with the University in promoting the Program, the University's Athletics Advancement fundraising efforts, the University itself, the University's Alumni Association, and other University-affiliated organizations. This cooperation includes but is not limited to: (a) attendance and participation at meetings, events, and media outlets of the University and University-affiliated organizations; (b) endorsement of products and performance of promotional services; and (c) personal appearances, in each case as directed by the Director of Athletics.
• Performs additional duties and special projects as directed by the Head Coach and/or the Director of Athletics in support of the department's mission and strategic priorities

Equal Opportunity

Florida Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of sex.  Inquiries concerning the application of the Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment policy may be directed to the Equal Opportunity Director and Investigator at 150 West University Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901, or email equalopp@fit.edu, or +1 321-674-7153; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling the Office of Human Resources at 321-674-8100.

Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) requires colleges and universities, both public and private, participating in federal student aid programs to disclose campus safety information, and imposes certain basic requirements for handling incidents of sexual violence and emergency situations.

Florida Tech’s 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Florida Tech; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.

The numbers provided include crime statistics that were reported to local law enforcement agencies, campus security and other Campus Security Authorities.

The report also includes institutional policy statements regarding campus safety and security measures; descriptions of prevention and awareness programs; related university procedures and important guidance; and other essential safety information.

You can obtain a printed copy of this report at the Department of Security Welcome Center located at 3126 Panther Place, during normal business hours, or by accessing the following website 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.

Official Transcripts

Official transcripts of all collegiate work must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Office of Human Resources prior to the first day of employment. All international degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES).

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