Job Description

The Director of M/W Track & Field and Cross Country reports to a member of the Senior Athletics Management Staff. This position is responsible for the successful management and administration of all phases of a Varsity Intercollegiate Track & Field Program, within the guidelines, rules and regulations of Eastern Illinois University, the Ohio Valley Conference and the NCAA.

The expectations of the Head Coach:

• Support the Mission and Core Values of the Department
• Recruit individuals who have exhibited high potential to perform according to Department, Conference and NCAA standards
• Reinforce academic achievement and graduation as our top priority
• Responsible for full compliance with University, Department and NCAA regulations
• Diligent in their preparation to compete aggressively to win championships
• Collaborate on development of a responsible budget for their sport
• Responsible for the efficient use of all Department resources
• Understand that the logo is always on as they model professional behavior
• Represent their Sport, the Department, and the University with class
• Collaborate with Athletic and University support units to ensure Student-Athlete health, safety and well-being
• Committed to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning
• Fully-engaged in supporting community service activities
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

DiversityandInclusion:EasternIllinoisUniversityiscommittedtofosteringalearningcommunitywhere all members feel welcomed and valued. The university provides equality of opportunity in all areas of campus life and we strive to recognize and appreciate the unique value of our students, faculty, and staff. Everymemberof campus has the right to learnand work in anenvironment free of discrimination and harassment, and beyond that, our goal is for all members of our community to develop a strong sense of belonging to Eastern Illinois University.

The University and Community:Eastern Illinois University takes pride in creating a warm, welcome environment for all faculty, staff and students. Established in 1895, EIU boasts a rich, tradition of preparing students for their personal and professional goals. A traditional regional residential institution, EIU offers a superior education at a relatively low cost while consistently earning high rankings and distinctions for its affordability, academic program quality, career placement rates, campus safety, online degree options, student support, and sustainability initiatives. EIU focuses on individualizedattentionandsuperior student relationships, andhas earnedrecognitionas the highest- ranking independent public regional university in Illinois and a place among the Midwest’s top public regional universities according to U.S. News and World ReportEastern offers faculty a wide range of research and public service activities.EIU hosts more than 175 student organizations on campus, and offers a variety of cultural events, NCAA Division I athletics, and active research opportunities for its students to enjoy and to thrive. EIU has become recognized for providing the resources of a large institutionwhilecreatingthekindsofindividualrelationshipsthatsupportstudentandalumnisuccess.

TheUniversityislocatedinEastCentralIllinois,combinesthebenefitsofa community of 20,000 with access to several large cities, including Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required/Master's preferred. Possess (5) or more years of coaching experience or equivalent. Must have extensive knowledge of the sport of track and field and cross country. Ability to recruit and retain and develop quality track and field and cross country student-athletes. Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills are required. Demonstrated commitment to the academic success of the student-athlete. Ability and willingness to work effectively in a team atmosphere in the athletic department. Strong commitment to the University, OVC and NCAA rules and regulations. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and experience with promoting inclusive excellence is required.

Application Instructions

A complete application will include a letter of application, resume and contactinformation of three references. Send application materials to Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/128268 For questions regarding the search, please contact Mark Bonnstetter, Deputy Athletic Director & Search Committee Chair at mdbonnstetter@eiu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Eastern Illinois University provides equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, applicants for employment and employees. Discrimination based upon race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis of discrimination precluded by federal and state statutes, is strictly prohibited.

The University further commits to a program of affirmative action as prescribed by statute to employ, and advance in employment, qualified individuals with a disability and qualified protected veterans (disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, active duty wartime veterans and Armed Forces service medal veterans).