Head Coach - Women's and Men's Track & Field - Chatham University

Head Coach - Women's and Men's Track & Field

Chatham University welcomes applications for the position of Head Coach, Women's and Men's Track and Field.

The Head Coach directly supervises the assistant coaches, student support personnel and student athletes. They are responsible for the overall development and maintenance of the Chatham University Track & Field Programs which is a member of the NCAA Division III and the Presidents' Athletics Conference (PAC).

Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention. Learn more at: https://www.chatham.edu/mission-and-values/diversity-and-inclusion/index.html.

Duties and Responsibilities: includes structural and administrative organization of the program as outlined below.

• Work collaboratively within the University to plan, organize, implement, and follow up on an extensive on-going recruiting effort through written, verbal, and personal contact with student-athletes and their families.
• Oversee compliance with NCAA and PAC rules and regulations.
• Oversee the appointments and supervision of the assistant coaches and support staff for the track & field programs.
• Coordinate athletic planning, program development and assessment that focus on student athletes' performances, personal and leadership development:
  • Build a competitive program with strong recruiting both regionally and nationally.
  • Strategically plan and execute scheduling as well as travel arrangements of conference and non-conference meets and to advance the track & field program and maximize use of financial resources.
  • Prepare student-athletes for competition through thorough analysis and breakdown of scheduled conference and non-conference opponents.
  • Develop, recommend, and implement specific training/conditioning programs and skills development programs.
  • Recommend and enforce discipline of student-athletes for infractions of rules, regulations and misconduct.
  • Cultivate alumni and other constituents to further the goals of the track & field program, athletics department, and Chatham University.
• Oversee budget and resource management for the track & field program.
• Coordinate athletic events and programs are planned intentionally to enhance campus community and school pride. Ensure proper safety precautions are followed at all times.
• Ensure adherence to rules, regulations, and policies of all governing bodies (Chatham University, NCAA, and PAC) work in coordination with the Director of Athletics, other coaches, and staff to support and achieve overall goals established by the athletics department.
• Work with other students, faculty, and staff to support the retention of student athletes and promote teamwork, set high standards, support the academic, personal and leadership development of its students.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Athletics Director.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of full-time coaching experience in the college level.
• Computer proficiency.
• Valid driver's license.

How to Apply:

Applications accepted only via www.chatham.edu/careers (direct link is https://chatham.applicantpro.com/jobs/3464784) and follow the instructions to complete the application process. To ensure full consideration, please include:

• Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Contact information for three professional references

All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. The system will not allow applicants to make edits to their applications after submission.

Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Persons of color, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or national origin.