Assistant Track & Field/XC Coach

Part-time

Winning multiple team championships the past five years in T&F and XC, Southern Virginia University (SVU) is seeking to add a coach to continue those successes. The Assistant Track & Field/XC Coach will be responsible for recruiting and coaching student-athletes, reports to the Director of XC/T&F, and supports the SVU mission as well as the ideals of the USA South Conference and the NCAA Division III athletic philosophy.

Responsibilities
  • Coaching
    • Regularly meet with SAs regarding their well-being and academic progress
    • Plan workouts for assigned event group including the set up / tear down of equipment
    • Coordinate strength work with our sport specific strength coach
    • Coach SAs at all T&F meets at which they compete.
    • Maintain a positive relationship with SAs as they graduate and become alumni
  • Recruiting
    • In coordination with the Director, recruit potential student-athletes (PSAs) who are able to become strong SAs aligned with the T&F/XC program and SVU ideals including:
      • identifying and recruiting PSAs who are competitive;
      • regularly communicating with PSAs throughout the recruiting process;
      • attending venues and evaluating PSAs;
      • hosting PSAs on campus;
      • and helping PSAs transition into the university and T&F program
  • Administration
    • Administrative tasks required:
      • attend regular T&F/XC coaching and athletic staff meetings;
      • provide input regarding program direction and specifically within events coached;
      • and assist with administrative tasks as requested by the Director and/or AD staff.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Experience competing in T&F/XC
  • Experience coaching T&F/XC
  • Experience recruiting/retaining students in athletic and/or academic program settings
  • Have current First Aid/CPR training; or the ability to obtain such before employment
  • Have completed T&F coaching education; or complete within 3 months of employment:
    • USATF Level I Certification or
    • USTFCCCA T&F Technical Certification or
    • T&F Coaching concentration via Higher Education or other accredited body
  • Ability to work both independently and with a team committed toward SA well-being
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience competing in collegiate level T&F/XC
  • Experience coaching T&F/XC for at least 3 years

Applications

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to Human Resources at hr@svu.edu. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.

About Southern Virginia University

Southern Virginia University is a private, faith-based institution of higher education aligned with the restored gospel of Jesus Christ as taught by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a university, we gather faithful Latter-day Saints and those who share our values, lift intellectually, socially, and spiritually, and launch into successful lives and careers. Applicants are invited to learn more about the university at svu.edu/mission.