Cornell College - Mount Vernon, IA
posted 4 months ago
Applications are being accepted for the position of Assistant Cross Country/Track & Field Coach and Athletics Marketing Coordinator. This is a full-time 12-month position assisting with all aspects of the cross country and track & field programs. The position also assists with sports information. The successful candidate will be responsible for coaching and developing student-athletes athletically while also aiding in their personal growth as young individuals. This includes the recruitment of qualified student-athletes, designing and implementing training programs as assigned by the head coach, managing home competitions and equipment, and planning travel for the team as directed by the head coach. Administrative duties will also be assigned by the head coach as needed. In addition to coaching responsibilities, the role includes significant involvement in sports information and athletics communications. This entails the creation of graphics for the college's website, social media platforms, and SAW TVs. The coordinator will be responsible for coordinating, posting, and updating social media content across general athletics accounts, including X, Facebook, and Instagram. Assisting with team and individual photo shoots for social media content, scheduling content for SAW TVs, and contributing to specific aspects of website maintenance are also key components of this position. Other duties may be assigned as necessary to support the athletics department.