Assistant Coach, Track & Field, Cross Country LeadDate Posted: 01/08/2025
Req ID: 40925
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed.
Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description: The University of Toronto's Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the three campuses.
In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity.
Reporting to the Director, Intercollegiate Athletics and High Performance Sport and the Head Coach, Varsity Blues track and field & cross country, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of the track and field program and will lead all programming and tactical implementation of the cross country program at the University of Toronto within established University guidelines, policies and procedures.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Student-athlete recruitmentProgram athlete managementHuman resourcesSport developmentStudent-athlete developmentAlumni relationsCommunity developmentActing as a technical resourceThe incumbent provides input to the head coach with the design and implementation of a comprehensive sport development plan that is conducive to positioning U of T at a competitive level to achieve provincial and national prominence.
Essential Qualifications: Education: University degree or combination of equivalent experience.
Fully certified National Coach Certification Program Level 3 track and field, preferred, equivalency considered.
Knowledge of modern Training Theory and best practices in cross country and distance track events, preferred.
Experience: A minimum of 4 years coaching experience preferably national or international level and a minimum of 3 years coaching experience in the CIS/U Sports.
Skills: Excellent Computer Skills – Advanced video software analysis skills, advanced Microsoft Excel skills and knowledge of Microsoft Suite i.e.
PowerPoint, Access and Outlook.Management Skills – Effective oral and written communication skills, effective problem solving skills, negotiation, analytical skills required in relation to problem solving, athlete issues, financial issues.Technical Skills – Must have full technical knowledge and be current in all of the rules and regulation that govern the sport they are coaching i.e.
track & field and cross country.Other – Full technical knowledge of, and a demonstrated ability to analyze, all aspects of track and field, cross country.
Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills; instructional, coaching and motivating skills; influencing and team building skills.Closing Date:01/24/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 2 -- Hiring Zone: $82,083 - $95,762 -- Broadband Salary Range: $82,083 - $136,802
Job Category: Athletics
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.
We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
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