St. Cloud State University

Classification Title 

Working Title Assistant Cross Country, Track & Field and Nordic Skiing Coach

Hire Type Faculty

Division President's Office

Department Athletics

Unit Athletics

Location SCSU Main Campus, 720 Fourth Avenue South, St. Cloud, MN 56301

FLSA Exempt

Full/Part Time Full Time

FTE 1

Employment Condition Fixed Term

Work Shift Varies

Work Schedule/Hours/Days 

Varies

Posting Details 

The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO) which can be found here.

Salary Minimum Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Salary Maximum Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Salary Type Annual

Bargaining Unit/Plan 209, IFO

• Job Description
• Coaching: Assist with practice planning, including day-to-day organization, communication, and instruction; competitive event preparation to include event day execution, video analysis; timely organization and communication of team travel
• Recruiting: Assist in talent identification and evaluation, correspondence, assistance with admission process and NCAA initial eligibility
• Assist with budget development and management, including athletic scholarship allocation
• Student-athlete development: mentoring to include individual and team dynamics, team rules and conduct, leadership development; commitment to safety and well-being of student-athletes
• Academic monitoring of student-athletes: Collaboration with office of compliance and with academic resources available on campus
• Compliance: Demonstrating integrity in operations and adhering to all NCAA, NSIC, and University policies and procedures
• Public relations: Regularly scheduled media and speaking engagements; deliberate contact with alumni and supports; effective professional working relationships with student-athletes, staff, administration, alumni, and general public; engagement with youth through camps/clinics, special events, and community service
• Fundraising: Assist with developing community support for the program, engage in Department of Athletics events, manage program fundraising activities including special events and camps/clinics
• Administrative: Assist with department administration as assigned (i.e., event management, event planning, etc.)
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Progressive coaching and/or playing experience
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills and effective communication orally and in writing
• Evidence of a valid driver’s license or ability to acquire a legal driver’s license or qualify for a reasonable accommodation
• Commitment to the academic success of student-athletes
• Evidence of demonstrated ability work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds
• Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s degree
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations
• Demonstrated experience coaching and recruiting at the collegiate level
• Familiarity with recruiting and scouting software

Other Requirements

AboutFounded in 1869, St. Cloud State is an award-winning regional public university and proud member of the Minnesota State Universities & Colleges system. The 100-acre campus is about an hour northwest of Minneapolis and St. Paul, along the oak-crowned west bank of the Mississippi River. St. Cloud State students prepare for life, work and citizenship by exploring the world around them and making it better. St. Cloud State employees value active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability, and global and cultural understanding. These commitments complement more than 200 majors, minors and pre-professional programs, 60 graduate programs and 250 student clubs and organizations. St. Cloud State began as a normal school in 1869 and became St. Cloud State Teachers College in 1921. Bachelor’s degrees were first offered in 1925. Master’s degrees debuted in 1957. In 1975, the institution became St. Cloud State University. In recent years, the University added applied doctoral programs in Higher Education Administration and Educational Administration and Leadership. A diverse mix of students from Midwestern towns and U.S. metropolitan areas are learning alongside more than 1,000 international students from about 80 nations.

Additional information on St. Cloud State University can be found here

Benefits InfoGREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

Posting Number 24-00029

Number of Vacancies 1

Re-posting No

Desired Start Date 07/01/2024

Position End Date (if temporary) 06/30/2025

Open Date 04/01/2024

Close Date 05/12/2024

Open Until Filled No

Accept Applications Yes

Special Instructions Summary 

Posting Contact Holly Schriener, hjschreiner@stcloudstate.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 

St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBT, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121

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