Head Men’s and Women’s XC/ Track & Field Coach

Function:

The person in this position has complete oversight responsibility for the planning and administration of all aspects of the men’s and women’s XC/ Track & Field programs. The head men’s and women’s XC/Track & Field coach should build a sense of community and enthusiasm around the men’s and women’s XC/ Track & Field programs by engaging the student body, alumni, parents and fans. 

Reports to: Athletic Director

Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment and retention of qualified student –athletes, who can be successful academically, socially, and athletically at Thomas University
2. Coaching/practice and planning/preparation for the men’s and women’s XC/Track & Field programs
3. Organization and execution of overall player development
4. Include but is not limited to program budget oversight, scheduling, travel, management, and athletic training/skill development
5. Game day operations and logistics
6. Fundraising
7. Support the University’s commitment to academic excellence
8. Adhere to the guidelines/regulations of the NAIA, The SUN Conference, and Thomas University
9. Track the academic progress of players
10. Other job duties as assigned by the Athletic Director

Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Masters preferred
  • Minimum Required: Playing and or college coaching experience
  • Preferred: Three (3) years of college XC/Track & Field experience in coaching and recruiting
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs
  • Complete NAIA Champions of Character Character-Driven online course (must be completed within 60 days of employment)

Skills, Abilities, and Professional Demeanor:

• Able to be supportive of the mission, vision and values of the men’s and women’s XC/ Track & Field programs as it relates to the University
• Competence in oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to demonstrate teamwork and team building skills
• Able to demonstrate priority setting and organizational skills

Terms of Employment:

Full benefits, letter of employment, Full-Time, 12 month exempt position, 40 hours/week, hours will vary with season. Salary is commensurate with experience based on the department scale  

Work Conditions:

The work environment described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Work is normally performed either outside depending upon weather conditions
• Employee may be exposed to varying temperatures and humidity levels
• Low noise levels

Work requires:

• Varying degrees of field work
• Travel, for both meets and recruiting
• Reaching/handling of various equipment repeatedly

*Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request regarding the work environment and physical demands to enable individuals needing assistance to perform the essential functions.               

**Please complete the online application and email Rick Pearce at rpearce@thomasuniversity.edu your curriculum vita, three current letters of recommendation, and official transcripts to:

Rick Pearce – Athletic Director – rpearce@thomasu.edu

Thomas University 

1501 Millpond Road

Thomasville, GA 31792