AddressThe Head Coach must be able to build positive relationships with student-athletes, coaches, staff and campus partners. They will be responsible for the athletic, academic and personal development of the Cross Country/Track and Field (XC/TF) teams with a commitment to sportsmanship, respect, diversity, equity and inclusion.
The Head Coach is responsible for the development, management, coordination, and supervision of all aspects of coaching the XC/TF program, providing visionary leadership and strategic planning. The Head Coach inspires the highest ethical standards for student-athletes, cultivating a culture that builds character, mutual respect, and community among student-athletes, coaches, and departmental staff. They are responsible for ensuring the program’s compliance with all Institute policies and the rules and regulations as NCAA Division III and Atlantic East Conference members.
They must serve as a visible campus and community leader representing Pratt Institute mission and vision.
This is a full-time, 12 month position with benefits. Assumes additional secondary duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Recreation in either recreation or student-athlete development.
The Department of Athletics and Recreation is committed to providing a wide range of activities and services that assist Pratt students of various backgrounds and abilities in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Pratt has an athletics history dating back to the founding of the institution in 1887. Pratt is an NCAA Division III institution and will join the Atlantic East Conference as full members in the 2024-25 academic year.
HEAD CROSS COUNTRY/TRACK AND FIELD COACH DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct the XC/TF program by coordination and oversight of the following: recruitment and retention of student-athletes, practice sessions, practice and meet scheduling, contest preparation, contest management and administrative duties.
Recruit and retain student-athletes who can meet Pratt’s academic admissions standards and sustain or enhance the competitiveness of the program.
Support the academic success of student-athletes and monitor their academic performance.
Submit and manage team roster in accordance with departmental processes.
Collaborate with athletic training staff for documentation and appropriate care of injuries.
Ensure compliance with all NCAA Division III and Atlantic East Conference bylaws and Pratt Institute policies.
Develop specific duties for the assistant coach that aid in the overall success of the program, ensure that they adhere to their established performance program and evaluate their performance at the conclusion of the season or year.
Complete regular administrative duties within departmental policies, including but not limited to: meal money allowances, coordination of hotel and transportation arrangements, timely submission of receipts for both team and recruitment expenses, tracking of athletically-related activities, maintaining an up-to-date log of recruits.
Oversee inventory of gear and equipment, coordinating the distribution and collection each season to the student-athletes.
Coordinate the annual gear and equipment order within budgetary limits.
Consult and assist the Director of Athletics and Recreation in department and team fundraising activities.
Support and attend department and campus functions (such as Accepted Students Day, The Charlies, Orientation) as directed.
Maintain applicable health and safety certifications (i.e. CPR, AED, first aid).
Serve as a game day administrator for home events in other sports as assigned.
