Work Performed:

• Assist the head coach in organizing, preparing, and conducting individual and team practices and training sessions with an emphasis on the women's 800-meter through the 10,000-meter events.
• Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes.
• Assist the Head Coach in the recruitment of student-athletes in accordance with NCAA rules and university standards.
• Plan and arrange team travel, coordinating personnel and equipment transportation and accommodations as appropriate.
• Assist in scheduling team meets.
• Foster a productive environment that emphasizes the importance of academics alongside athletics.
• Establish professional relationships with students, staff, alumni, and the general public to promote the university and its athletics program.
• Collaborate with sports medicine, academic and student services, and athletic performance staff to monitor student-athlete progress.
• Support the student-athlete concept and demonstrate concern for the health, safety, and welfare of each student-athlete.
• Work cooperatively and responsibly with other departmental personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Cross Country/Track & Field.

Essential Job Functions: Certain jobs at Charleston Southern University may require specific physical and/or mental abilities. The hiring manager will provide additional information and provisions for reasonable accommodations if needed. Regular, on-time attendance is an essential job function of this position.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position will remain open until filled.

Minimum Qualifications/Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 1-2 years of experience coaching cross country/track & field (preferably at the Division I level).
• Demonstrated successful experience coaching 800-meter through the 10,000-meter events and/or competitive experience in these distances.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literate with a working knowledge of Windows and MS Office.
• Ability to quickly learn and work with new computer software systems.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.

Apply Now To apply for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and references to [Charleston Southern University's application portal/Email Address].

Charleston Southern University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.