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Defiance College, an NAIA institution and member of the WHAC, seeks an individual to serve as assistant coach for the men’s and women’s track and field and cross country programs. Under the direction of the Head Coach, responsibilities will include coaching, recruiting, meet preparation, practice organization, fund raising, mentoring of student-athletes, academic monitoring, managing the programs’ social media accounts, developing annual service/engagement projects for student-athletes, and other duties as assigned. The successful candidate must adhere to adherence to institutional, NAIA, and WHAC policies and be able to establish positive relationships and effectively interact with a variety of individuals including alumni, parents, and recruits.
A bachelor’s degree and a valid unrestricted driver’s license are required. Preference will be given to candidates who possess USATF or USTFCCCA coaching education certification, have experience in cross country/distance coaching and the ability to coach multi-events, and have previous CC/TF coaching and recruiting experience at the collegiate level. A working knowledge of recruiting databases and websites such as Frontrush and NSCA is desirable.
This is a full-time, 10-month position (August1-May 31). To apply, send a letter of application for employment, resume, and the names and contact information of four professional references electronically to: employment@defiance.edu.
Defiance College, chartered in 1850, is an independent, liberal arts institution affiliated with the United Church of Christ. The campus is located on 150 acres in a residential area in the city of Defiance in Northwest Ohio. The College offers more than 40 undergraduate majors, graduate programs in education and business, sponsors 19 intercollegiate athletic teams, and has received national recognition for its educational experience of service and engagement. Defiance is a college where students learn to lead and serve in a democracy; learn to understand, appreciate, and have the skills to interact with other cultures; and learn to not only receive knowledge but to make their own knowledge by engaging in interactive experiences. Our Vision creates an educational experience of engagement in civic, cultural, and learning dimensions for all students and is home to the McMaster School for Advancing Humanity, a unique research program serving as a focal point for teaching, service, scholarship, and action to improve the human condition. Defiance College is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of faculty, staff, and students. Applicants who will enrich the diversity of our campus and promote a spirit of inclusivity are especially encouraged to apply.
