Varsity Cross Country Head Coach (NAIA)
Indiana University

Job Info

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Department

STUDENT SERVICES (NW-SSER-IUNWA)

Department Information

The Office of Intercollegiate Athletics is actively seeking 1 NAIA Head Coach to join and lead the Indiana University Northwest RedHawks for the 2 varsity sports of Women's Cross Country and Men's Cross Country.

The Office of Intercollegiate Athletics promotes and enhances the quality of student engagement at IU Northwest. In collaboration with club and recreational sports and other academic and administrative offices, Intercollegiate Athletics serves as the integral component for student involvement and community engagement, providing a supportive environment that encourages student athlete academic success, positive experience and success in competition.

IU Northwest is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference (CCAC).

Job Summary

• Complies fully with all NAIA, applicable athletic conference, and Indiana University rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
• Provides leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student athletes by counseling team members in academic, disciplinary, sportsmanship, and personal matters, as appropriate.
• Develops a competitively successful team to represent Indiana University positively and responsibly. Provides student athletes the opportunity for a positive experience and climate in which to achieve their academic, athletic, and personal goals.
• Performs recruiting duties by formulating a plan to incorporate coverage of all prospective student athletes and recruiting high-quality student-athletes that meet or exceed university qualifications.
• Represents the team, department, and university in a positive, professional, and ethical manner; responds appropriately to media, marketing, fund-raising, and community service requests, as assigned.
• Exhibits professionalism in a manner consistent with the missions and goals of Indiana University, applicable athletic conference, and the NAIA.
• Directs coaching staff, when applicable.
• Maintains program budget.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 4 years of coaching experience
• 1 year of management experience

Preferred

• Head coaching experience at High School varsity or collegiate levels
• Work experience in higher education
• Experience in collegiate recruiting, budget management, travel planning, opponent scouting and daily practice preparation is essential
• Experience collaborating with students, faculty, and staff to program campus event

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Preferred

• Possess a valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire
• CPR Certification - Athletics Department will provide training for those not already certified

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent collaboration and team building skills
• Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback
• Instills commitment to organizational goals
• Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
• Effective conflict management skills
• Builds and manages effective teams

Preferred

• Independent self-starter with excellent self-management skills
• Strong commitment to student development
• Demonstrates skills to lead a varsity, competitive cross country program with a roster of 25-30 students
• Ability to foster a culture of academic success with an emphasis on recruitment and retention

Working Conditions / Demands

This position requires both sedentary work and long durations of movement about the workspace. It requires the ability to move and transport objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential tasks with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Preference will be provided to local and regional candidates; relocation assistance is very limited for this role.

Work Location

Gary, Indiana

Advertised Salary

Salary Range: $35,000 - $40,000 annually

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Sr. Operational

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Athletic Affairs

Job Family: Coaching

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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