Head Coach - Women's Cross Country/Track & Field

Job Summary: The head women’s cross country/track field coach is responsible for the organization and administration of the intercollegiate cross country/track field programs within the policies, guidelines, and rules of the NCAA, the Great American Conference, and Southwestern Oklahoma State University. This includes recruiting quality student-athletes, developing a successful program, and scheduling. Has overall responsibility for compliance of university policies and procedures and state or federal mandates for responsibility areas. These tasks are to be performed in a manner that professionally, cordially, and efficiently assist the students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Description of Job Duties: Responsible for coaching women’s cross country/track field team in a professional and efficient manner Responsible for recruiting and retaining quality student-athletes to SWOSU’s program Plan and coordinate practices Monitor academic progress of student-athletes Work cooperatively with the Athletic Director in matters pertaining to the women’s cross country/track field program Coordinate travel for the teams Promote and adhere to NCAA rules and regulations Assist as needed with External Affairs in fund raising efforts Cultivate a positive and professional relationship with boosters Promote a positive image of SWOSU through participation in community and professional organizations, representing SWOSU at professional meetings and on community committees, and establishing and maintaining credible relations with various news media and other collegiate sports information offices Responsible for the effective and efficient development and utilization of the Department’s budgetary funds, this includes overseeing and accountability for budgetary record keeping and usage of money and scholarships Supervise, train, provide direction, and assign responsibilities for all assistant coaches Additional Responsibilities: Available to assist with situations during or after working hours whether in-person, by phone or email contact Assist other departmental staff during needed times Submit all paperwork in a timely manner Attend coaches/faculty conference and meetings as required Promote personal safety, safety procedures, and a safe work environment Perform other duties as assigned Terms of Employment: 12-month appointment Reports to Athletic Director Safety and job-related trainings will be completed as instructed Wage to be established by SWOSU’s wage structure