KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Prioritize and mentor the development of students personally, academically, and athletically. Recruit and develop top-quality student athletes who can be successful academically and can be competitive in the Big Sky Conference in Shot Put, Discus, Weight Throw, Hammer, Javelin and assist with combined event throws. Schedule, plan, and execute plans for pre-season, post-season and in- season practices and competition. Log CARA activities Demonstrate excellent teaching and coaching competencies with regard to: sport skill instruction, motivation, and tactical strategies, while also assisting in designing a competitive schedule that maximizes student-athlete development and performance.

Collaborate with strength and conditioning staff on implementation of Weight Training for student athletes. Identify strengths and weaknesses of the program and opponents. Develop strategies and collaboratively work for resolutions to limitations and challenges.

Assist the Head Coach in creating an inclusive and positive team and staff culture where all individuals are able to work collaboratively, contribute, develop, andsupport each other in responsibilities and duties.

Perform administrative duties as assigned by the head coach. These may span a variety of tasks such as event management, scheduling, supervision of program personnel, budget management, campus visits, student athlete academic success, mentoring, recruiting, team travel, equipment and gear, meal planning, technical and video logistics, youth meets and camps, nutrition, facility upkeep, fundraising, alumni relations, and media/marketing.

Commitment to compliance with all NCAA and Big Sky Conference and University rules and regulations.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Position is open until filled. For best consideration, please submit your application materials as soon as possible materials to merkhil2@isu.edu Please include all of the the following documents with your application to be considered: 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Three Professional References

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree
Coaching Philosophy consistent and/or complementary to that of the existing Director of Track and Field Cross Country.
Demonstrated successful coaching experience in the throw events.

 Knowledge and experience teaching and developing athletes. 
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships  internally and externally.
 Experience working with coaching administrative duties and responsibilities.
Satisfactory Driving Record and ability to operate University Vehicles.
Applicants must pass a criminal background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
 Successful coaching experience of 3 or more years at the DI collegiate level.
 Demonstrated organizational skills and solid work ethic
 Ability and desire to work collaboratively with others
 Demonstrated understanding of NCAA rules and regulations and adherence to those  expectations.
 USTFCCCA or USATF Coaching Education Certifications
 Growth minded and ability to take initiative on projects
 WORK SCHEDULE:    Work is done in the office & at facilities and may often include some early morning, evenings and weekends.

About Idaho State University

OVERVIEW: Idaho State University has grown to be the state's designated lead institution in health professions. Idaho State attracts students from around the world and is leading the way in cutting edge research and innovative solutions in the areas of energy, health professions, nuclear research, teaching, humanities, engineering, performing and visual arts, technology, biological sciences pharmacy and business. Idaho State University combines exceptional academics amidst the grand natural beauty of the West. ISU is at the heart of an outdoor lover’s paradise and a short drive to some of the America’s greatest natural wonders and exciting outdoor recreation opportunities. 12,805 students, 250 educational programs The mission of the ISU Cross Country Track & Field Program is the development and advancement of our team members as individuals, students and athletes. We seek out and bring student-athletes to the campus of Idaho State University, provide them with meaningful opportunities, demonstrate that we believe in each other, support them in their learning and growth, and empower them to positively impact their own lives and the lives of others. FACILITIES: · Centennial Cr...oss Country Course is located just east of campus. Pocatello has an extensive trail system that the team also uses for training. · Holt Arena Hosts the Indoor track and field facility from November through February. The track features a 6 lane 200 meter banked oval and a 6 lane 60-meter straightaway with room for high jump, throws, and pole vault inside the oval and the long jump and triple jump next to the straightaway. Additional tarps and equipment allow for training for outdoor throwing events during the winter season. Idaho State hosts the Simplot Games, one of the nation’s largest high school indoor meets with 2,200 athletes from all across the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Holt underwent a 14-million-dollar renovation and is scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2023. ·Davis Field Outdoor Track and Field is Located at Davis Field on lower campus. Davis Field is a shared facility between the track and field and cross-country teams and the women’s soccer team. Originally constructed in 1936. In the Spring of 2020 the facility underwent a seven-million-dollar renovation with upgrades for both soccer and track and field. The track has 8 lanes with colored exchange zones for relays, and features two discus rings, two javelin runways, two high jump aprons, two long and triple jump runways, and two pole vault runways. The multiple runways and throwing rings provide versatility both during practice and meets to provide the best conditions for optimal performance. ·Bartz FieldBartz Field is also on campus and hosts the Hammer Cage and throwing ring which has additional cement training areas and a storage facility.

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