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Area of Responsibility
Coach
Type
Full-Time
Location
Johnson City, TN
Salary
Not Provided

Director of Track and Field and Cross Country/Head Coach

East Tennessee State UniversityFull-TimeJohnson City, TN

Director of Track and Field/Head Coach 

Position Title: Director of ETSU Track and Field/Head Coach 
Department: Athletics 
Classification: Full-Time 
Reports To: Executive Senior Associate Athletics Director/SWA 

Position Summary 

The Director of Track & Field is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and success of a NCAA Division I Track & Field and Cross-Country program. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction for all aspects of the program, including recruiting, student-athlete development, coaching, academic success, compliance, budget management, and community engagement. 

This position requires a dynamic leader who is committed to fostering a culture of competitive excellence, integrity, sportsmanship, and student-athlete welfare while adhering to all institutional, conference, and NCAA regulations. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Coaching & Program Development 

  • Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of the men's and women's Track & Field and Cross-Country programs. 

  • Develop and implement comprehensive training programs for student-athletes. 

  • Coordinate practice sessions, competition schedules, and championship preparation. 

  • Recruit, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches and support staff. 

  • Promote a culture of compliance, accountability, discipline, teamwork, and competitive success. 

Recruiting 

  • Identify, evaluate, and recruit highly qualified student-athletes capable of succeeding academically and athletically. 

  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with high school, junior college, and club coaches. 

  • Conduct recruiting activities in accordance with NCAA, conference, and institutional guidelines. 

  • Develop strategic recruiting plans that enhance program competitiveness and diversity. 

Student-Athlete Development 

  • Support the academic achievement and personal growth of student-athletes. 

  • Monitor academic progress and collaborate with academic support services. 

  • Foster leadership development, sportsmanship, and community engagement opportunities. 

Compliance & Administration 

  • Ensure strict adherence to all NCAA, conference, university, and departmental rules and regulations. 

  • Work collaboratively with compliance staff to ensure all program activities meet regulatory requirements. 

  • Manage program budgets, equipment purchases, travel arrangements, and operational expenses. 

External Relations & Fundraising 

  • Represent the university and athletics department in a professional manner. 

  • Assist with fundraising initiatives and alumni engagement activities. 

  • Participate in community outreach, promotional events, and donor relations efforts.. 

Minimum Qualifications 

  • Bachelor's degree  

  • 5 years of experience in coaching at the collegiate level 

  • Demonstrated successful coaching experience in track & field and cross country. 

  • Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations. 

  • Strong recruiting background with a proven ability to attract and retain talented student-athletes. 

  • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills. 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Master's degree. 

  • Previous NCAA Division I head coaching or high-level assistant coaching experience. 

  • Experience managing budgets and supervising staff. 

Application Process 

Interested candidates should electronically submit letter of application, current résumé, and minimum of three references to: 

Jeff Schemmel 

President/CEO 

College Sports Solutions 

jschemmel@collegesportssolutions.com 

Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.