Join Purdue University Fort Wayne (PFW):

PFW is currently seeking a Track & Field / Cross Country Director (36649) to manage all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division 1 Men’s & Women’s Track & Field / Cross Country programs. The annual salary for this position is $50,000.00 - $53,559.00.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Understand Head Coach Responsibility through the supervision and management of all aspects of the team.
• Understand, follow and enforce all NCAA bylaws, League regulations, and university academic and other policies and procedures.
• Recruit quality student-athletes.
• Hire and supervise all Assistant Coach(s), GAs or any team staff.
• Establish practice schedules and practice content.
• Oversee and monitor academic progress of all team members.
• Establish team rules; behavior guidelines and expectations consistent with university, NCAA and Athletic Department policies.
• Create and foster an environment that promotes the overall health and welfare of student-athletes.
• Recommend athletic financial aid awards and letter award recipients.
• Manage, develop and oversee all aspects of the team’s budget, including participating in fundraising activities.
• Schedule competition by recommending appropriate meets, desirable dates and times, sources for officials and other game personnel and appropriate travel arrangements (vehicles, meals, lodging).
• Coordinate equipment, uniform and supplies needed for team by recommending uniform replacement needs and monitoring the security of equipment and gear.
• Serve as an instructor for one HPER course per year for the School of Education, including development of course content, materials, evaluation and assignment of grades.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 4-5 years of successful collegiate coaching experience and extensive recruiting experience.
• Working knowledge of NCAA DI rules.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. 
• Record of integrity and leadership to advance the goals of the Department of Athletics including a commitment to the academic success and graduation of student-athletes.
• Ability to effectively relate to diverse constituents including students, student-athletes, faculty and stakeholders. 
• Strong supervisory and public relations skills required along with support of Athletic Department values and principles, and a commitment to fundraising. 
• Must have the ability to develop and implement a successful recruitment program and be able to demonstrate leadership and coaching skills. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and remain in compliance with the Purdue University Motor Vehicle Records Check policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree.
• Experience at the Division I Level.

Benefits:

• Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
• Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
• Insurance starts on first day of employment.
• Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.
• Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/

Additional Information:

• Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information are not permitted.
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• A background check is required for this position.
• A Motor Vehicle Records Check (MVR) is required for this position.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/EA employer.

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