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Saint Xavier University

Assistant Coach Cross Country/Track and Field

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A Coach works with individual athletes or with sports teams to develop skills and improve teamwork and competitive performance. Runs practice sessions and physical conditioning programs; assesses the strengths and weaknesses of players; plans strategies for games; motivates and encourage players and teaches good sportsmanship.

$39,911 / year median in Illinois

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Reporting directly to the head coach, the assistant coach is to assist the head coach in day to day dues as assigned. Duties will include overseeing various aspects the track and Field and cross-country program, recruiting, managing equipment, assist in-season and off-season strength/conditioning program, and other tasks assigned by the head coach.
  • Bachelor's Degree and track and field and cross-country experience required (preferably at collegiate level)
  • Collegiate playing experience is preferred
  • Candidate must have excellent communication skills We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence.
SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner. The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University. Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.