Director of Track and Field and Cross Country

The position of Director of Track and Field and Cross Country requires a commitment to excellence, in the Track & Field and Cross Country programs as well as the overall positive direction of the athletic department.

The Director of Track & Field and Cross Country is responsible for all phases of both programs. This includes, but is not limited to, the planning, development, and implementation of activities in the following areas: planning and supervision of team practices and contests; management of budget; control of equipment and supplies; and recruiting, retention, and advisement of student-athletes. The Director is accountable for modeling a professional demeanor as is inherent in higher education and athletics as well as for mentoring student-athletes with an emphasis in Christian formation. This position is responsible for ensuring that all Track & Field and Cross Country activities support the mission of the University and are in compliance with all University, MAC, and NCAA rules and policies.

The Director of Track and Field / Cross Country reports to the Director of Athletics. This is a full-time position within the Department of Athletics.

Position Responsibilities

The Director of Track and Field / Cross Country will:

1.Plan and administer all aspects of both the Track and Field and Cross Country programs.

2.Develop an effective recruitment program for both Track and Field and Cross Country to maximize roster size. The combined roster size for both the Track & Field and Cross Country teams will be no less than 90 student athletes.

3.The Director of Track & Field and Cross Country will be required to recruit a minimum of 20 student-athletes annually.

4.Monitor and adhere to Eastern University, Title IX, NCAA and MAC policies and procedures.

5.Manage team supplies and equipment.

6.Approve and manage all team travel, hotel costs, meal costs, and other expenses associated with the Track and Field program.

7.Complete reports on a timely basis as requested by the athletic department including expense reports, purchase orders, and fundraising documents.

8.Ensure the keeping of accurate records of all data and statistics related to Track and Field and Cross Country.

9.Mentor student-athletes, encourage compliance with University standards, and work toward student-athlete Christian formation.

10.Attend all staff meetings and other meetings requested by the athletic administration.

11.Work in a spirit of cooperation and be responsive to the advice and instruction of the athletic administration.

12.Recommend the appointment of a Full Time Assistant Coach to the Director of Athletics.

13.Supervise and evaluate assistant and volunteer coaches and make recommendation for continuance or not.

14.Evaluate, select, and recommend purchase of equipment and uniforms. Work actively with the athletic administration to create and maintain inventory of all equipment and uniforms.

15.Support the team’s adherence, individually and collectively, to the EU policies for student conduct, both implicit and explicit, and work with the Dean of Students as needed to support these policies.

16.Establish, regulate, and enforce all team and department regulations regarding personal conduct.

17.Ensure that all student-athletes have completed all required eligibility forms prior to participation.

18.Cooperate with the Head and Assistant Athletic Trainers and other college health personnel in the care and prevention of injury and illness. Immediately notify the ATC staff concerning all injuries/illnesses.

19.Make recommendations to the Director of Athletics for annual scheduling of contests.

20.Support, monitor, and evaluate the academic and athletic performance of the Track & Field and Cross Country student-athletes.

21.Administer the team budget effectively according to department and college guidelines; comply with policies related to requisitioning and purchasing; monitor team budget making sure never to exceed the allotted budget.

22.Fundraise for both the Track & Field and Cross Country programs, as well as assist with numerous department-wide fundraising efforts.

23.Complete additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.