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SUMMARY

This position is responsible for directing, leading, and mentoring the men’s and women’s track and field program This requires an understanding and commitment to the mission of Calvin University, the ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and an ability to work with students, parents, coaches, faculty, staff, administrators, and outside contacts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

HEAD TRACK AND FIELD COACH

1. Plan and lead training sessions, workouts, and strength and conditioning program for Track and Field program
2. Work with athletic administration to develop contest and practice schedules
3. Maintain positive working relationships with Athletic Department staff and faculty, Enrollment and Advancement Division staff, and other college constituents.
4. Depending on team size and travel distance, drive for out-of-town trips if needed
5. Accept constructive criticism and show evidence of professional growth
6. Adhere to the Code of Ethics for coaches (Calvin, MIAA, NCAA)
7. Contribute to the maintenance of good working relationships with assistant coaches and student-athletes through a positive and constructive approach to all tasks, show respect for the competencies of others, and demonstrate appropriate resolution behavior.
8. Contribute to the moral and spiritual growth of the student-athletes in keeping with the mission of Calvin University

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The Head Coach must be a confessing Christian who is comfortable in articulating his or her beliefs to the team.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

This position requires a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) from an accredited college or university and at least three years of successful high- level track coaching experience, preferably at the college level.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

The position requires knowledge and skills in the following areas:

• RECRUITING– Work collaboratively with the admissions office to recruit new student-athletes that have the ability to achieve success academically and athletically at Calvin. Abides by all recruiting rules and regulations set forth by the NCAA.
• ACADEMICS– In coordination with the all the resources at the university, monitor academic progress throughout the year to ensure academic success, eligibility, retention and graduation.
• LEADERSHIP– Communicate skillfully with colleagues, subordinates and student-athletes. Maintains self-control and sets an example for sportsmanlike conduct in relationships with your team, officials, administration and opponents in victory or defeat. Provide clear direction of responsibility and authority. Attend and contribute to  athletic department meetings and functions.
• BUDGET AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT - Monitor budget and expenses routinely and ensure timely turnaround of team credit cards and expense reimbursements. Keep the program within allocated budget parameters.
• NCAA RULES/COMPLIANCE– Adhere to MIAA Conference and NCAA rules. Attend all internal compliance meetings, follow departmental policies, and complete paperwork and reports on time.
• FUNDRAISING/ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT–. Work with Athletic Director/Department to actively engage alumni and support all fundraising efforts.
• ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS– Assess team competitive performance versus expectations. Analyze how well did the team competed when compared with expectations; adjust as necessary.
• ROSTER GOALS/RETENTION MANAGEMENT- Maintain sport specific roster and retention goals as determined by the Director of Athletics

FAITH and EDUCATIONAL COMMITMENT

1. Commitment to the educational mission of Calvin as a Christian liberal arts University affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church.
2. A commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith, learning, and student development.

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

Demonstrated awareness and commitment to effectively establishing relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, physical limitations, class, or religious perspectives.