Director of Cross Country & Track and Field

The Director of Cross Country and Track & Field lead and oversees all aspects of the NCAA Division II women's and men's programs, providing 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.

Requirements

• 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 with Admissions, Compliance, and campus partners to support student-athlete onboarding
• Schedule practices, competitions, and team travel with approval from the Athletics Director
• Participate in fundraising, community engagement, promotional events, and booster club activities
• Plan and conduct camps, clinics, and other permissible events under NCAA Bylaw 13.9
• Manage program budget effectively and responsibly
• Serve as a positive role model who exemplifies Newman University’s mission, values, and commitment to inclusive excellence
• Complete all required trainings (Title IX, FERPA, etc.) and support departmental initiatives
• Contribute to the overall success of the athletics department and perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition waiver for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents after one year