JOB INFORMATION:
Seasonal stipend: $4,000, paid biweekly.
This position is hired through a third-party staffing agency, "Edustaff". Therefore, if selected, you will also need to fulfill the application requirements of Edustaff. In addition to the perks and benefits offerings from Edustaff, you will also receive the following perks and benefits from NCMC:
- Tuition waiver
- Free access to fitness center/gymnasium
- Free access to employee assistance program "Ulliance"
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for assisting with all aspects of a collegiate cross country & track programs, including, but not limited to, recruiting student-athletes, scheduling, competition and practice preparation, individual and program development and community engagement. The coach must be available to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
DUTIES:
- Prepare student-athletes and team for competition through use of practices, team film sessions and scouting reports
- Assist head with identifying, evaluating and recruiting prospective student-athletes to North Central Michigan College.
- Plans practice and competition strategy in partnership with head coach.
- Follows guidelines to ensure team compliance with all league, conference and institutional rules and regulations.
- Promotes among student athletes' traits of sportsmanship, personal integrity, and physical and emotional well-being.
- Builds and fosters a supportive and competitive team culture representing the mission, values and goals of the North Central athletic department.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- At least two years of running experience at a competitive level preferred.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to communicate and develop rapport with departmental staff, students, faculty, alumni, administration and the public.
- Strong organizational and management skills with the ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Understanding of and commitment to the mission of community colleges.
- A valid driver's license.
- Sprinting and/or long-distance running skillset preferred.
- Experience and willingness to recruit future athletes preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
- Ability to lift and move equipment to support events up to 50 pounds.
