Assistant Track And Field/Cross Country Coach

Position Information

NBAPOSN Title

Working Title
Assistant Track and Field/Cross Country Coach

Brief Position Overview

• THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING ONLY! *The Assistant Track and Field/Cross Country Coach position at Montana State University Billings is a 12-month, .75 FTE position. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. MSUB is a member of the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) and competes at the NCAA Division II level with 15 men's and women's varsity teams in basketball, cross country, soccer, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, and golf, as well as women's volleyball, women's softball, and men's baseball plus co-educational cheerleading.The Assistant Track and Field/Cross Country Coach reports to the Head Men's and Women's Track and Field/Cross Country Coach and is responsible for assisting the Head Men's and Women's Track and Field/Cross Country Coach in all aspects of the NCAA Division II intercollegiate varsity track/cross country program, under the direction of the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Position Number

Department
Athletics

Division
Athletics

Appointment Type
Professional

Contract Term
Fiscal Year

Semester

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

FLSA

Union Affiliation
Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE
0.75

Benefits Eligible
Yes

Compensation
Annual

Salary
$ 26,664 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

Contract Type
LOA

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type
Open

Position Details

General Statement
Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!The following are reasons why you should join our team:

Work-life balance
Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday
Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)
Sick Leave

• Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.
  Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
  Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
  Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
  Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
  Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including
  Medical, Vision, and Dental
  Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits
  Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement

Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths
Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path

Duties and Responsibilities

• THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING ONLY! *DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
  Recruiting and retaining qualified student-athletes and then mentoring them in their academic performance to assure their academic success and timely progress toward degree completion and graduation.
  Coaching and supervising the track and cross country teams during scheduled practices, competitions, study hall and other events and developing strategies to ensure the appropriate personal and social conduct on-campus and off-campus of the student-athletes, including, but not limited to, exemplary sportsmanship
  Remaining current on all trends, methods, and innovations related to track and field/cross country coaching.
  Making schedule recommendations to the Head Coach and planning the team's travel arrangements in consultation with the Head Coach.
  Maintaining responsibility for expense control compliance with all track and cross country programs expenditures and staying within approved budget parameters.
  Assisting the track and cross country programs within all NCAA and conference rules and regulations, as well as all state, university, and departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
  Assisting in developing strategies to motivate maximum level of individual and team athletic performance required to build and maintain a competitive, high quality, NCAA Division II track and cross country program.
  Developing strategies to ensure the establishment of a safe environment for the track and cross country student-athletes, including but not limited to education on and methods for discussing and resolving harassment and discrimination.
  Promoting the athletic program both on-campus and off-campus and actively participating in and contributing professionally to the Athletic Department, the university, and the Billings community.
  Fund-raising within the community, coordinated with the Head Coach, and meeting established fund raising goals for the track and field/cross country program.
  Planning and conducting track and cross country meets, clinics, and camps, coordinated with the Head Coach.
  Establishing and maintaining an active Yellowjacket Track and Cross Country Booster Club (under the umbrella of the Yellowjacket Athletic Association).
  Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.

QUALITIES:
Ability to recruit and retain qualified student-athletes and to facilitate timely progress toward graduation.
Ability to coach effectively at the NCAA Division II level.
Ability to successfully mentor student-athletes.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective computer and technology skills.
Sound human relations skills in dealing with student-athletes, university personnel, corporate sponsors, boosters, parents of student-athletes, and members of the off-campus community.
Thorough knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations (preferred).
Successful completion of required annual NCAA Coaches Curriculum module.
Successful completion of CPR and First Aid certification requirements.
Successful completion of a defensive driving/van safety course.
Ability to assist and operate an intercollegiate track and cross country program within budget parameters.
Ability to raise funds within the community.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Overnight travel required.
Ability to demonstrate track and field/cross country specific skills and strength performance exercises.
Ability to operate a vehicle according to federal and state laws/regulations.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Required Qualifications

• Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  Education Required:
  Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience Required:

Two or more years of track and field/cross country coaching at high school or collegiate level.
Proven coaching ability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Experience Preferred:
Collegiate track and field/cross country coaching experience.
Experience working with NCAA applications.
Collegiate participation in track and field/cross country.
Expertise in throws, sprints, hurdles, or vertical & horizontal jumps

The Successful Candidate Will

Special Requirements

Physical Demands

This position has supervisory duties?
Yes

Posting Detail Information

Announcement Number
S00937P

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
07/29/2024

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
06/24/2024

Close Date
07/09/2024

Open until filled
No

Special Instructions Summary

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://employment.msubillings.edu/postings/7076

Diversity Statement
Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humres/eeos.htm