Assistant Cross Country And Track And Field Coach - Russell Sage College

About Russell Sage College
Russell Sage College is a dynamic, comprehensive college of approximately 2,600 students. Through a strong liberal education curriculum and progressive academic programs, Russell Sage College serves traditional students and working professionals who pursue bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campuses in Troy and Albany, NY. Russell Sage College also offers online programs.
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Position: The 10 month part-time assistant coach is responsible for assisting the head coach in all facets of a successful intercollegiate Cross Country and Track program within the framework of the mission of the college and the athletic department. These include, but are not limited to coaching, recruitment, academic monitoring, instruction and the development of all student-athletes. Applicants should have experience competing in intercollegiate cross country and/or track and field.
Duties: Assistance with oversight for all phases of the Cross Country and Track and Field programs. Primary responsibilities include attracting, recruiting and retaining student-athletes who fit the educational mission of Russell Sage College. The position requires the development of an intercollegiate athletic experience, which emphasize high levels of academic and athletic performance in an appropriate balance.

• Assist Head Coach and Athletic Department with daily administrative duties including occasional game administration
• Ensure academic success, focusing on classroom achievements and graduation requirements
• Knowledge of NCAA DIII rules and regulations to ensure compliance with departmental, conference and national policies

Specific Coaching Responsibilities Include

• Recruitment efforts including travel, written and verbal communication and scouting
• Game day management (facilities/team needs), coaching and travel
• Supervision of support staff
• Compliance with NCAA and conference legislation
• Training, practice development and organization
• Assist with fundraising efforts for the program
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics
• Planning and maintaining team budget
• Practice and game preparation

The estimated salary is $3,000 per season (cross country in fall; indoor track in winter; outdoor track in spring), for an estimated total of $9,000.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required; Masters degree preferred; highly organized individual with strong writing and verbal skills; previous college playing and/or coaching experience required; experience in recruiting preferred; demonstrated commitment to NCAA Division III philosophy.
Additional Information
RSC offers a dynamic college environment and friendly work atmosphere along with opportunities for tuition waiver, employer matched retirement plan for eligible employees and many other benefits. For complete employee benefit information, please visit our
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• Reports to: Head Coach for Cross Country and Track and Field
• Applications accepted until position is filled.

COVID-19 vaccination is not required, but suggested.
Application Instructions
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• Resume
• Cover letter
• A list of three professional references (Name, phone number, email address etc.)

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