The Assistant M/W Track & Field Coach/Cross Country Coach reports to the Director of Track & Field. This position is responsible for assisting the Director of Track & Field in the successful management and administration of all phases of a Varsity Intercollegiate Track & Field & Cross Country Program, within the guidelines, rules and regulations of Eastern Illinois University, the Ohio Valley Conference and the NCAA.

The Assistant Coach/Cross Country Coach supports the Head Coach in the following:

• Support the Mission and Core Values of the Department
• Recruit individuals who have exhibited high potential to perform according to Department, Conference and NCAA standards
• Reinforce academic achievement and graduation as our top priority
• Responsible for full compliance with University, Department and NCAA regulations
• Diligent in their preparation to compete aggressively to win championships
• Collaborate on development of a responsible budget for their sport
• Responsible for the efficient use of all Department resources
• Collaborate with Athletic and University support units to ensure Student-Athlete health, safety and well-being
• Understand that the logo is always on as they model professional behavior
• Committed to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning
• Fully-engaged in supporting community service activities
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Bachelor's degree required/Master's preferred. Possess {2) or more years of coaching or competition experience or equivalent. Must have extensive knowledge of the sport of Track and Field with emphasis on distance events. Ability to recruit, develop and retain quality Track and Field student-athletes. Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication

skills. Demonstrated commitment to the academic success of the student-athlete. Ability and willingness to work effectively in a team atmosphere in the athletic department. Strong commitment to the University, OVC and NCAA rules and regulations. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and experience with promoting inclusivity are required.

A complete application will include a letter of application, resume and contact information of three references. Send application materials to http://apply.interfolio.com/159739. For questions regarding the search, please contact James Nave, Screening Committee Chair, at jmnave@eiu.edu.

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