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Position Number: 997838

Unit/Department: Men's & Women's Track

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Department Summary:

Drake University's Athletics Department competes in the Missouri Valley Conference at the NCAA Division I level. Bulldog student-athletes thrive in the classroom and their respective field of play. Drake Athletics sport programs are considered Des Moines’ Hometown Team.

The department culture is predicated on a common value statement known as The Bulldog Way written by coaches, staff, and student-athletes. This intentional commitment to a championship culture is led by integrity, excellence, wanting the best for and best from one another, and aspiring to greatness provides a foundation for student-athletes, coaches, and athletics staff to study, work, and play.

Job Summary:

The Assistant Men's & Women's Track & Field/Cross Country Coach & Director of Operations is responsible for assisting the Head Coach and Associate Head Coach in all aspects of operating a successful NCAA Division I program. This position coordinates and manages the program's daily operations, including team travel, competition logistics, equipment, communications, and administrative functions, while assisting with coaching, recruiting, and the development of student-athletes, particularly in the distance and/or middle-distance event areas. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student-athlete development, competitive excellence, and compliance with all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference, and Drake University policies. Evening, weekend, and overnight travel is required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Collegiate racing and/or coaching experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid driver’s license
• CPR and First Aid certification (can certify upon start)
• Knowledge of Track and Field operations
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills combined with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and student-athletes with a range of backgrounds, interests and perspectives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of track and field coaching experience
• Demonstrated success coaching distance and/or middle-distance student-athletes.
• Experience working with and mentoring female student-athletes.
• Applicable USTFCCCA/USATF coaches’ education certificate(s)
• Proficiency with social media platforms and digital communications.

Job Duties:

All of the job duties described below require an understanding of and compliance with the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference and Drake University.

• 45% - Coaching & Student-Athlete Development: Assist with planning and conducting daily practices. Assist with annual training plans and athlete development. Travel with the team to practices and competitions. Monitor student-athlete progress and well-being. Foster a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented culture. Support the academic, athletic, and personal development of student-athletes. Collaborate with sports medicine, strength & conditioning, and academic support staff. - (Essential)
• 35% - Operations & Administration: Coordinate team travel, lodging, meals, and transportation. Drive university vehicles, including passenger vans, for team travel. Manage competition entries and travel itineraries. Assist with compliance documentation and administrative paperwork. Coordinate team meetings, community service, and special events. Assist with purchasing, budgeting, and expense reconciliation - (Essential)
• 10% - Recruiting: Identify and evaluate prospective student-athletes. Support the planning and execution of official and unofficial campus visits. Maintain recruiting databases and communications. Represent Drake Track & Field and Cross Country at recruiting events and perform other recruiting duties as assigned by the Head Coach. - (Essential)
• 10% - Communications & Program Promotion: Lead social media strategy and content creation for the program. Assist with program communications, including team announcements, newsletters, and promotional materials. Write and distribute the Track & Field/Cross Country newsletter. Assist with alumni engagement and fundraising initiatives. - (Essential)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants will be asked to complete the online application through Drake's job board and provide: a resume/cv, a cover, and contact information for three references.

Have Questions?

Question about the application process, working at Drake, reasonable accommodations, benefits, or additional information about Drake or Des Moines, Iowa may be directed to Drake Human Resources. You can best reach us at jobs@drake.edu.

All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, satisfactory reference checks, and proof of work authorization.

Review of Applications Begins:

A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary for these positions is competitive with peer schools and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts.

Tuition Benefits.

For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.

ABOUT DRAKE

Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.

All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.

STRONG COMMITMENT TO A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY

At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. As reflected in our Core Values, we embrace a diverse and inclusive community.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Drake University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (p: 515.271.3133; e: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.