Associate Cross Country/Distance Coach

A. General Summary of Position:

This is a full-time (12-month appointment) benefits eligible position. The Associate Cross Country/ Distance Coach’s responsibilities will include the management of all facets of the UMass Boston Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track and Field programs in collaboration with the Head Coach. This position oversees cross country, distance, and middle-distance athletes. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to administration, budget management, alumni stewardship, recruiting, scheduling of competitions, meet management, including hiring officials, team travel, weekly practice sessions, academic monitoring, advising of students, community service events, and compliance with NCAA and conference rules and regulations. Additional responsibilities may include department-wide duties as assigned.

The Associate Cross Country/ Distance Coach is responsible for compliance with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), conference and University of Massachusetts Boston rules and regulations. The Associate Head Coach maybe be required, upon a successful Registry of Motor Vehicles background check, to drive passenger vans for team travel. Participation is required in University and UMass Boston Athletic Department sponsored events such as the Open House and other fundraising events.

B. Examples of Duties:

• Daily operations include creating a positive diverse and inclusive environment for the student-athlete to excel in the academic and athletic environments following the NCAA Division III philosophy.
• Create and develop an evolving positive, diverse and inclusive team environment that develops and allows for student-athletes to meet their full potential on the athletic field, in the academic setting, and on-campus which provides character building and life skills (career development, leadership skills, time management, work ethic) in and out of season.
• Maintain and increase knowledge of sport specific training and coaching techniques and strategies for preparation of intercollegiate competition at a competitive level both within the conference and nationally.
• Adhere to departmental procedures relative to purchasing and travel expenditures.
• Assist with the coordination of team travel and logistics, including vehicles, lodging, and meals.
• Responsible for practice and meet preparation to prepare and develop strategies and skill development.
• Ensure that all practices are conducted in a professional manner according to UMass Boston and NCAA time requirements.
• Work with the sports medicine and sport performance staff to support the physical and mental needs of the student- athletes.
• Responsible for creating a competitive NCAA approved schedule that falls within the financial boundaries of the athletic department.
• Coordinate the scheduling of facilities for practices.
• Provide an opportunity for annual evaluations with student-athletes.
• Assist the Head Coach with the hiring and overseeing of assistant coaches.
• Provide team statistics and other relevant materials to Assistant AD for Sport Communication.
• Ensure proper safety precautions regarding student-athletes’ training and health are followed at all times including UMass Boston Risk Management procedures.
• Demonstrates adherence to UMass Boston Risk Management procedures, as well as timely and effective communication with Sports Medicine to ensure the health and safety of the student-athletes.
• In conjunction with the Head Coach, define budget needs including equipment, team travel, uniforms and personnel.
• In collaboration with the Head Coach, as well as other members of the athletic
• department, assist with fundraising responsibilities including building and maintaining relationships with Alumni through newsletters, phone-a-thons, and departmental Alumni activities.
• Responsible for managing the social media team accounts in accordance with university and department policies.
• Maintain and have thorough knowledge of NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
• Head coach is required to take and successfully pass the NCAA Division III Rules Test, annually pass CPR/AED certification and Mental Health First Aide.
• Report any alleged violations of NCAA, conference, or institutional rules and regulations.
• Responsible for understanding and managing team and resources in accordance with Title IX.
• Participate in collaborative activities across the campus and within the Department of Athletics and Recreation through service on committees and mentoring colleagues.

Recruiting/Enrollment Responsibilities:

• Recruit academically qualified student-athletes and maintain an appropriate number of student-athletes