Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Serve as the head coach for the Track & Field programs. This will include the addition of
Indoor Track & Field as the university continues to explore expanding sport offerings at
UMPI.
• Collaborate and work closely with the Head Cross Country Coach.
• Recruit and retain student-athletes, ensuring healthy roster sizes for Track & Field and
Cross Country that meet or exceed NCAA minimum requirements annually.
• Help coordinate and oversee home meets for both Cross Country and Track & Field.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with other university departments and external
partners as necessary.
• Represent the department and university in interactions with both internal and external
stakeholders, including attendance at professional meetings, special events, public
functions, and committee service.
• Serve as the advisor for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).
• Assist with game management duties and other game event responsibilities as assigned.
• Serve on university or departmental committees as assigned.
• Provide coverage at Gentile Hall during the off-season, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional responsibilities of the Head Coach shall include, but are not limited to the
following:
• Daily coaching (practice and meets)
o Utilize current and specific theory and techniques toward optimally training
student-athletes to reach their fullest potential.
o Teach appropriate skills, game/competition tactics, and strategies, while using
effective techniques for skill and movement analysis.
o Make appropriate coaching decisions during competitions.
o Develop positive interpersonal relationships with student-athletes and personnel
involved with the program, including alumni.
o Acquire specific practice/training and competition plans.
o Motivate, discipline, and lead athletes toward their highest possible achievements.
o Develop a positive, professional relationship with game/competition officials,
league personnel and coaching colleagues.
o Maintain a disciplined team in both conduct and appearance, on and off the field.
o Preserve professional conduct, demeanor, and appearance.
• Build the athletic program/team through recruiting.
o Establish a recruiting plan for identifying, contacting, and communicating with high
school and transfer athletes.
o Conduct on-campus visits for potential student-athletes.
o Establish public relations link both locally and state-wide to increase the visibility
of the program and university.
o Work toward a recruitment goal as discussed with supervisor and in collaboration
with Admissions. • Anticipated athlete and team outcome
o Contribute to providing the overall student-athlete experience for all UMPI Student
Athletes.
o Improvement over the course of the season, or from previous seasons assed on a
year-by-year basis.
o Attain team and individual athlete accomplishment in relation to their potential.
o Strive for participation in playoffs, conference championships, and being amongst
the top half of Division III programs in the state.
o Attempt for satisfaction of team members and team cohesiveness.
o Maintain and disseminate statistics and related information as required and
requested. • Administrative tasks associated with coaching.
o Being accountable for all financial matters and reporting of expenses related to
travel, equipment, and other team expenses.
o Plan for preseason, season, and postseason.
o Attend meetings related to sport.
o Monitor athletic eligibility and academic standing.
o Be punctual with paperwork and receipts.
o Define a competitive NCAA Division IIII schedule within budget constraints.
o Conduct team fundraisers.
o Adhere to university and NCAA policies and procedures.
• Public relations and professional development o Pursue the development of relationship with the local media.
o Serve on committees as needed.
o Conduct or attend summer camps.
o Coordinate community service opportunities for team.
o Become involved with professional association(s).
o Upgrade education or certifications.
o Attend clinics, classes, and/or conferences.
o Meet with parents. Supervisory Responsibilities: Track assistant coaches & game day work study students.
Requirements:
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Previous track coaching experience or related experience.
• Equitable appreciation of all sports.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deal with a variety of people in a
courteous, tactful, and efficient manner.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays.
• Possess superior organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to meet
tight deadlines.
• Ability to recruit, retain, and maintain healthy sports rosters to meet sport sponsorship.
• Ability to meet University Motor Pool driving requirements.
Knowledge and Skills:
? Equitable appreciation of all sports.
? Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deal with a variety of people in a
courteous, tactful, and efficient manner.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred:
? Experience working with student-athletes in an academic setting.
? Previous NCAA coaching experience.
? Previous collegiate playing experience.
? Familiarity with NCAA standards, rules, and regulations.
Working Conditions:
? Schedule: Varies and includes working nights, weekends and some holidays.
? Travel: Must have the ability to travel for extended amounts of time for athletic contests
and work in unpleasant climates/weather at times.
Schedule for Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated at six months and annually thereafter
based on start date. |