Job Description Summary

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites applications for a full-time, exempt position with full benefits.

The Head Track and Field/Cross Country Coach is responsible for the overall
leadership, organization, and administration of the institution’s NCAA Division I Track and Field and Cross-Country programs. This position provides strategic direction for all aspects of the programs, including recruiting, coaching, student-athlete development, academic success, scheduling, budgeting, compliance, and community engagement. The Head Coach is committed to fostering a positive and competitive environment that promotes athletic excellence, sportsmanship, personal growth, and the overall mission and values of the athletics department and university

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000

Benefits:
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including:

• Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees
and dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits
Division.
• Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision
coverage.
• Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an
Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement
Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state
match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife
Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance).
• Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM
policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland
institutions.
• Exempt positions start at 22 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per
year, personal leave 3 days per year), and paid holidays.
• Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of
Maryland wellness programs.

Responsibilities:
• Provide overall leadership, organization, and administration of the Track
and Field and Cross-Country programs in alignment with the mission of the
university and athletics department.
• Plan, organize, and conduct practices, conditioning sessions, and
competitions for men’s and women’s track and field and cross country
student-athletes.
• Recruit quality prospective student-athletes and ensure timely submission
of admissions and eligibility documentation in accordance with NCAA and
university requirements.
• Monitor the academic progress, eligibility, and personal development of
student-athletes while promoting academic success and graduation.
• Develop training programs that enhance athletic performance, conditioning,
skill development, and injury prevention.
• Supervise and evaluate assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and
support staff assigned to the programs.
• Ensure compliance with all NCAA, conference, institutional, and
departmental rules, regulations, and policies.
• Coordinate team travel, competition schedules, equipment needs, and
operational logistics for practices and meets.
• Manage and administer program budgets, purchasing, and scholarship
allocations responsibly and efficiently.
• Foster discipline, sportsmanship, and positive conduct among student-
athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics department
and university.
• Promote the Track and Field and Cross-Country programs through
community engagement, fundraising activities, alumni relations, and public
appearances.
• Collaborate with athletic training, strength and conditioning, academic
support, and compliance staff to support student-athlete well-being and
success.
• Organize and oversee home meets and ensure proper game/event
management procedures are followed.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to recruiting,
eligibility, budgeting, and program operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Deputy Director of Athletics or
designee.

Physical Demands:
• May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at
desk.
• May require lifting.
• Requires