Head Cross Country Coach for Men and Women
Location
Independence
Type
Full Time
- Directs and manages the men’s and women’s cross country programs, including practice planning, training, race strategy, and competition during the fall season.
- Coaches middle and long distance athletes for the Track and Field program during the winter and spring seasons.
- Scouts and recruits quality student athletes, with an emphasis on Kansas students, in support of the College’s enrollment goals.
- Develops regionally and nationally competitive teams through sound training, conditioning, and injury prevention.
- Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NJCAA, KJCCC, ICC and departmental rules and regulations.
- Proposes annual budget requirements to the Athletic Director and is accountable for expense control, compliance and administration of the programs’ budgets.
- Conducts, coordinates, prioritizes and/or delegates administrative responsibilities; team travel, meet schedules and entries, equipment inventory, and ordering of supplies and uniforms.
- Develops working relationships with faculty and college staff to assist in the recruiting and retention process of student athletes.
- Demonstrates an active interest in the academic progress of student athletes in order to prevent academic eligibility problems. This includes supervision of periodic eligibility checks of athletes during competition, enrollment procedures, degree checks and class attendance.
- Submits to faculty at least one week in advance a list of traveling squad members for any athletic contest which will cause student athletes to miss class.
- Coordinates scholarship paperwork and oversees the completion of financial aid paperwork, admission criteria and eligibility certification. Submits names of all athletes participating in the programs to the Registrar for eligibility certification.
- Works with the athletic training staff to support student athlete health, injury prevention, and return to competition.
- Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations regarding student conduct, appearance, behavior and class attendance.
- Serves as a mentor to students while aiding them to move forward in the development of their academic and professional careers.
- Safely transports student athletes to practices and competitions using College vehicles, in accordance with College fleet rules.
- Supervises student players, work study students, volunteers, and any assistant coaches assigned to the programs.
- Actively promotes public relations with the media, civic groups and booster clubs to maximize exposure for the teams. All attempts to increase present revenue sources and develop new sources should be coordinated through and approved by the Athletic Director’s office.
- Actively participates in community activities.
- Supports the College’s drug and alcohol prevention efforts.
- Demonstrates a cooperative attitude toward all other sports within the intercollegiate athletic program.
- May be asked to teach a 3 credit hours per year in an academic area assigned by the Vice President of Academic Affairs or the Athletic Director.
- Meets attendance expectations as required for this position, which includes a willingness to work unusual hours including evenings and weekends.
- Serves on college committees as appointed.
- Attends and participates in commencement exercises in academic regalia.
- Attends College functions and activities as requested.
- Performs any other related duties as required by the Athletic Director.
- Bachelor’s degree, minimum; Master’s degree, preferred.
- Coaching experience in cross country and middle or long distance track and field at the high school, club, or collegiate level; community college or collegiate coaching experience, preferred.
- A thorough knowledge of training and conditioning for distance athletes.
- Knowledge of NJCAA and KJCCC regulations and guidelines, preferred.
- Proven record of successful recruitment or ability to demonstrate.
- Ability to work effectively with various public and diverse populations.
- Administrative ability to manage details of budget, scheduling, recruiting and supervision of student progress in academic endeavors.
- Valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the College’s fleet rules; CPR and first aid certification, or willingness to obtain it before the start date.
- Position is open until filled.
- To apply, submit a completed Independence Community College application, cover letter, resume, references and transcripts, (unofficial copies are acceptable for consideration)
- The ICC Application form can be downloaded from the Employment Opportunities page at www.indycc.edu
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Independence Community College
Independence Community College (ICC) is a two-year educational institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It was established in 1925 as grades 13 and 14 of the Independence public school system. In 1967, Independence Community College legally separated from the school district. Construction of the new community college on a 68 acre campus, formerly the Independence Country Club, began in 1969. Classes at the new site began in September 1970. ICC campus is now home to the Academic Building, Fine Arts Building, Student Union, Cessna Learning Center, Field House, Administration Building, William Inge Center for the Arts, fitness center, athletic practice fields, disc golf course, 96-bed multi-structure living complex, and a 200 bed residence hall.
By renovating a donated building, in 2010, we expanded our college to include ICC West (2615 West Main Street). This campus is located on the west side of Independence and is home to our technical programs: Allied Health, Cosmetology, and GED/ABE. Additional renovations were completed in 2012 to accomodate our newest program, Veterinary Technology. This state-of-the-art facility includes animal wards, a classroom, lab, surgery, pharmacy, prep room, small animal treatment, food prep, grooming, and radiology.
ICC also maintains presence downtown through the ICC Foundation office and by partnering with the Independence Business Resource Center.
Currently, our educational and support programming includes 35 programs of study for Associates of Arts and/or Science degrees, 11 programs of study for Certificate completion, Student Support Services, Upward Bound, men's and women's athletic programs, and a variety of campus organizations and activities.
Mission Statement
Independence Community College serves the best interests of students and the community by providing academic excellence while promoting cultural enrichment and economic development.
Vision Statement
To be a community college that provides an exceptional educational experience by cultivating intellect, encouraging creativity, and enhancing character in a student and community centered environment.
Core Values
- Integrity: ICC holds its employees and students accountable to be honest, ethical, and transparent.
- Excellence: ICC demonstrates continuous quality improvement in academics and services offered to students and other stakeholders.
- Responsiveness: ICC looks to the future by responding to the emerging needs of its stakeholders.
- Diversity/Enrichment: ICC provides an environment that values uniqueness while promoting personal growth through creativity and innovation.
- Commitment: ICC commits to making decisions that best serve its students and community.
Company Website: www.indycc.edu
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