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Posted: 18-Dec-24

Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Type: Full-time

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Coaching Coaching - Cross Country Coaching - Track & Field

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Collegiate Sports Head Track and Field and Cross-Country Coach Reporting directly to the Athletic Director, the Head Track and Field and Cross-Country Coach is expected to lead the university team in all aspects of student/athlete success. Leading by example, the Coach will model a championship program in character, communication, in the classroom, and on and off the court behavior.

JOB EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES •Recruiting and retaining quality student-athletes who understand and embrace Carolina University’s mission and vision. •Modeling and Teaching the value of Christian competition. •Mentorship and exemplary modeling for young men to grow and develop into successful leaders in society. •Responsible for leading, managing, and developing the entire Track and Field and Cross-Country Program. •Holistic approach to the student-athlete development of mind, body, and soul. •Lead the planning and oversight of the Program budget. •Creating service and mission opportunities for student-athletes to give back to the community. •Monitoring academic performance of student-athletes and partnering with Academics for sustainability and success with persistence toward a degree •Daily practice and game responsibilities while building a championship caliber team. •Maintaining consistent campus visibility and communication. •Scouting reports, regional connectivity, internal/ external communications. •Office work, including but not limited to: game contracts and scheduling, budget management, travel and equipment needs, training and conditioning (partnering with Athletic Staff) •Supervision of the Assistant Coach and volunteers/student workers as applicable. •Contribute to the development and growth of the Athletic Department as a whole. •Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Carolina University seeks a mature and experienced professional to serve as our Head Track and Field and Cross-Country Coach. We are accepting applications immediately and the position will remain open until filled. Goal is to select a Head Coach by February 1, 2025.

This is a Full-Time staff position; salary range is based on experience and education. Application Requirements include: Current Resume, Cover Letter addressing the Job Expectations and Responsibilities, and 3 professional references (including 2 supervisors). Please send your materials to: Chelsea Jones, Athletics Director Carolina University athletics@carolinau.edu

QUALIFICATIONS: 
•    Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred. 
•    Experience in coaching track (3-5 years), collegiate level coaching preferred. 
•    Understanding of and commitment to CU and NAIA principles. 
•    Commitment to adhering to all policies, rules, and regulations of Carolina University including representing the University on the highest level. 
•    Ability to work cooperatively with other administrators, coaches, students, faculty members, community leaders and parents. 
•    Good written and oral communication skills and regular communication with Athletic Offices. 
•    Ability to join and engage with the Carolina University family for any and all events. 
•    Desire to build a proud, distinguished, championship program. 
Most important to the success of this program is leading by example. Representing a person of high character, high integrity, clear communication that recruits and retains a quality student/athlete who fits CU and persists to graduation is an essential component. 

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