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Athletic Head Coach (Track & Field and Cross Country)
 Maricopa Community College district | |
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
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 United States, Arizona, Mesa | |
 Jun 19, 2025 | |
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Athletic Head Coach (Track & Field and Cross Country) Job ID: 321486 Location: Mesa Community College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Hiring Salary Range $52,525 - $68,282/annually, DOE Grade 114 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: * Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage * Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time * 20 Paid Observed Holidays * Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage * Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions * Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) * Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents * Annual Professional Development Funding * Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: * District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars * Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter * Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services * Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings * Pre-Retirement Planning Events * Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary Under the direction of the Athletic Director, the Athletic Head Coach will provide supervision, direct coaching instruction. Serve as head Women's and Men's Cross-Country coach and head women's and men's Track and Field Head Coach to develop, implement, and maintain the college's Cross Country/Track and Field program. Responsible for but not limited to: meet success; revenue generation for the athletic department; academic achievement, and public relations; including but not limited to; academic support, and academic leadership for the student-athletes, coaching, scouting, scheduling, recruiting, study hall monitoring, mentoring, travel coordination, teaching sportsmanship, life skills, discipline enforcement, and program administration. Essential Functions 25% Coaching and Training: Develop and implement training programs, coach athletes in their specific events, and provide guidance on skills and strategies; identify, recruit, and develop quality prospective student-athletes (i.e., academics, athletic ability, character, etc.) for the cross country/track and field program, in compliance with the institution's recruitment policy; plan, manage, and implement coaching strategy and practice training sessions for student athletes in the Track & Field and Cross-Country athletic programs in accordance with established rules and regulations; provide and oversee individual and group coaching and instruction for game preparation; game preparation and game coaching. 25% Athlete Development: Coordinate, facilitate and implement athletic development training and game strategies related to the assigned area; foster the development of athletes' skills, self-confidence, and sportsmanship; plan and manage the overall development of the student athlete including academic success, character building, and team discipline; maintain responsibility for athletes' academic progress; works closely with the Student-Athlete Student Affairs Services staff to monitor academic performance; monitor and maintain the discipline, conduct, and academic progress/status of team members, implement action plans through appropriate staff when needed; develop and enforce discipline through written team rules, the department code of conduct, and university rules, policies, and standards; foster an environment that promotes the academic success, health, and welfare of student athletes in the assigned program, and work collaboratively with stakeholders as needed; support the development of students' fullest athletic potential through guidance and coaching. 25% Program Management: Oversee the entire Track & Field/Cross Country program, including scheduling, budget management, and recruitment of student-athletes; develop, implement, and maintain the college's cross country/track and field program, provide vision, leadership, and oversight; plans and administers assigned budget, monitors program expenditures and budget compliance; performs other duties as assigned. Coordinate and schedule all aspects of Cross Country and Track & Field (i.e., meets, secure officials for the events, secure a timing system company, event management, invoicing, volunteers, etc.); aide in hiring assistant coaches and support staff; and overall program operations; plan, organize, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of staff; communicate with athletes, staff, and the college community to promote the program and its goals; plan and implement athletic promotional programs and related fundraising efforts. 20% Safety and Compliance: Oversee and ensure students and programs comply with NJCAA, MCCCD, Region I and ACCAC regulations, policies, and procedures; ensure the safety and well-being of athletes while adhering to all NJCAA and college regulations; ensure athletes and support staff adhere to all association, conference, district, and institutional rules; comply with all rules and bylaws of the NJCAA, Collegiate Athletic Conference, and college regulations related to program conduct and administration. 5% Serve on various boards, college and district committees (including locally, regionally, and nationally) as designated and participate in meetings and conferences; responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned commensurate to the grade level of the position. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in physical education, sports management, sports coaching, kinesiology, recreation therapy, athletic training, sport psychology, or another field related to athletics or sports, management, communications, health, coaching, or a similar discipline, and four (4) years of experience as an athletic coach, preferably at the college level, which includes recruiting experience and two (2) years of senior level or lead experience. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. Desired Qualifications A) Four or more years/seasons of coaching Track & Field as a head coach or an assistant coach in an educational setting AND Four or more years/seasons of coaching Cross Country as a head coach or assistant coach in an educational setting B) Experience in recruiting student-athletes C) Experience and knowledge of collegiate athletic conferences and NJCAA rules, regulations, eligibility process and Title IX compliance for student-athletes D) Experience in organizing and implementing academic retention, persistence and completion efforts of student-athletes E) Experience in coordinating all administrative tasks and aspects of a Cross Country and a Track & Field meet (ex: coordinate location if off campus, coordinate entry fee processing, coordinate meet and event schedules, secure officials, secure a timing system company, event management, invoicing, volunteers, etc.) F) Participated and or organized fundraising activities G) Proven management and leadership experience Special Working Conditions Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving: https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvd OR (If moving from out of state) Possession of a valid State Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving: https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvd May be required to work evening and weekend hours; summer work hours vary May be required to lift objects up to 50 lbs. May be exposed to various weather conditions May be assigned to work at various Mesa Community College campus locations Local and state, and out of state travel will be required, including driving a multi-passenger van. How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Applicants who currently work for any of the MCCCD campuses/locations should utilize their HCM Employee Self Service page to apply for jobs by logging in to HCM and clicking on NavBar > Navigator > Self Service > Recruiting > Careers. Click on link for instructions on how to apply. Applicants who are not currently working for any of the MCCCD locations should apply at https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers. If you encounter a technical issue in the upload of documents or the submission of your application, please contact MCC Human Resources at strategicstaffing@mesacc.edu prior to the application deadline. We are accessible on business days from 8: Additional Requirements This is a non-classified, at-will position. As an at-will employee, either you or Mesa Community College may terminate employment without cause. Posting Close Date Apply on or before July 20, 2025 to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321486&PostingSeq=1 jeid-732efd28bca3f844994a891a84947e17 | |