Director of Cross Country & Track and Field

Job description

The Director of Cross Country and Track & Field lead and oversees all aspects of the NCAA Division II women's and men's programs. This role provides comprehensive leadership in coaching, recruiting, student‑athlete development, and program administration, while fostering academic success and personal growth consistent with Newman University’s Catholic mission and values. What You’ll Do: - Direct the daily operation of a competitive NCAA Division II Cross Country and Track & Field program - Plan, conduct, and evaluate practices, event‑specific training, and competition strategies - Recruit and retain qualified student‑athletes in alignment with NCAA, MIAA, and institutional standards - Mentor student‑athletes in academic progress, leadership development, and holistic well‑being - Teach 1 credit hour course(s) per semester within the Department of Athletics - Monitor academic eligibility, progress‑toward‑degree, and support student‑athlete success - Collaborate with Athletic Performance staff to design and monitor strength and conditioning programs - Ensure full compliance with NCAA Division II, MIAA, and university rules, submitting all required documentation on time - Coordinate wi...