Part-Time Track & Field / Cross Country Assistant Coach

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.

Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.

This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.

Colgate Athletics seeks to be a welcoming and diverse association of students, coaches, staff, alumni and fans in which all people are treated equitably and respectfully, and can contribute fully to our success; we share common goals, we affirm open communication and civility, we honor the sacredness of each person, we accept responsibility to act for the common good, we care for and serve one another, and we honor our history while celebrating our evolution; and, we strive to consistently perform at the upper range of our potential, to get better every day with a goal to win - to win in competition, in the classroom, in the community and in the lives of every member of the Colgate Community.

Colgate Athletics Mission:

To be an inclusive community of competitive excellence

Accountabilities

Assist Colgate's track & field and cross country programs at practices and competitions. Job duties include but are not limited to skill instruction.

Responsible for execution of specific strategic activities and outcomes within assigned sport or area. These will include sustained performance and execution in the following areas:

• Adhere to Head Coach's philosophy

• Athletic instruction/coaching

• Program operations and administration as designated by Head Coach

Responsible for role modeling behaviors and leadership for student-athletes.

Requirements

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

1-3 years experience coaching or participation in track & field and/or cross country. Seeking specialists in middle distance/distance events.

A current valid driver's license, in accordance with the University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy, is required.

Preferred Qualifications

4+ years experience coaching or participation in track & field and/or cross country

Education

Bachelor's degree is required.

Physical Requirements Other Information

Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the NCAA, ECAC, and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of NCAA, ECAC or Patriot League rules of which he or she is aware.

Should a situation warrant further investigation, you have an affirmative obligation to cooperate fully in the infractions process, including the investigation and adjudication of a case. The failure to do so can be grounds for your termination with cause.