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Assistant Men's and Women's Track and Field Coach

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Key Responsibilities

coaching (specifically responsible for one of the following areas: 1. sprints / hurdles or 2. field events / jumps or 3. throws depending on area of expertise /

Requirements Summary

$34,000 Main Duties & Responsibilities Coaching (specifically responsible for one of the following areas: 1. sprints / hurdles or 2. field events / jumps or 3.

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Responsibilities

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Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is seeking candidates who are eager to contribute to its Lasallian Catholic mission of awakening, nurturing, and empowering learners to ethical lives of service and leadership. We invite individuals to help transform lives through education, inspired by the Catholic Intellectual Tradition’s quest to understand the human experience through faith and reason and its embrace of all who are dedicated to learning from one another through authentic conversations in search of the truth. We are especially interested in and give preference to candidates who demonstrate a vision to create and nurture initiatives that will advance our mission within the scope of their duties and who will foster a culture of dialogue that, with respect for all people, supports the search for meaning and purpose in pursuit of excellence.

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Coaching (specifically responsible for one of the following areas: 1. sprints / hurdles or 2. field events / jumps or 3. throws depending on area of expertise / qualifications)

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Assist with planning pre-season, season, and off-season practices

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Assist the associate track and field coach with meet management of home meets (cross country as well as track and field)
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Assist the recruiting coordinator with

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Recruiting High-caliber student athletes with high character (cross country as well as track and field)

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Assist with enhancing the student-athlete collegiate experience through team expectations and culture

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Stress academic and athletic excellence
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Assist with retention of student-athletes
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Build a positive team culture
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Assist with social media posts
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Assist with other day-to-day team operations as assigned

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Perform secondary duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

This position is responsible for assisting the head men’s and women’s cross country and track and field coach in the operation of all functions related to coaching a competitive division III men’s and women’s track and field program. Fundamental duties include but are not limited to: coaching (specifically responsible for one of the following areas: 1. sprints / hurdles or 2. field events / jumps or 3. throws depending on area of expertise / qualifications), assist with meet management, assist with recruitment of student-athletes; and assist with student-athlete development. The position is a full time, 12 month position, with full benefits.

Salary Range: $34,000

Requirements

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Bachelor’s Degree
Previous collegiate, club or high school coaching experience

Master’s Degree
3-5 years of experience in collegiate, club or high school coaching

Apply online at https://www.smumn.edu/about/offices-services/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ and include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota believes inclusion and human dignity contributes to a robust academic and work environment and is critical to achieving the University's mission in an increasingly diverse society. Individuals with expertise and diverse skills from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The successful candidate must support, respect, and advance the mission of Saint Mary's University as a Lasallian Catholic institution.

Saint Mary’s offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending, retirement pension plan, and both undergraduate and graduate tuition remission plans.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Ability to train functional groups within team training system.
Work independently on multiple projects.
Forward-thinking with excellent problem-solving skills.
Collaborate with a large range of personalities and value sets.
Communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues, students, recruits and other stakeholders.
Conduct oneself according to NCAA Division III and MIAC rules and regulations.
Ability to travel.
Work evenings and weekends.