HEAD COACH, Men’s and Women’s Track and Field

 Green River College is actively pursuing a Head Coach for Intercollegiate Men’s and Women’s Track and Field. Come be a part of a growing program.
  This position will report to the Director of Athletics and Recreation in the department of Campus Life.
  Please submit your resume detailing your educational background and coaching experience and a cover letter.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

Green River College's student body is made up of approximately 41% Academic Transfer students, 34% Professional-Technical students, 15% Adult Basic Education student, and 3% Applied Bachelor degrees.  Green River College has four campuses, including the main campus in Auburn, Washington, with satellite campuses in Kent, downtown Auburn, and Enumclaw.  Green River programs serve high school graduates, Running Start students (dual enrollment in local high schools and the college), those seeking retraining for the workforce, international students, students learning English, and Continuing Education students. Green River's service areas are increasingly ethnically diverse, comprising African Americans, African immigrants, Asian Americans, Asians, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Middle Eastern Americans, among other communities.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION:

We commit to be an anti-racist institution where all students, faculty, and staff receive the access, resources, and services needed to achieve their educational, career, and personal goals. Green River College makes social and economic justice, equity, and inclusion our highest priorities.

The Green River College definition of equity encompasses all identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, economic status, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religion/spirituality, immigration status, age, and culture. We understand individual needs vary widely, and the effects of discrimination and historical oppression must be taken into account while aiming for equitable opportunities and outcomes for all.

The Green River College men’s and women’s track and field coach will be responsible for all aspects of the track and field program, including student recruitment, scheduling, team travel, practice planning, budget management, selection and supervision of assistant coaches, fundraising, and administration of the men’s and women’s track and field program in compliance with the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) and Green River College rules and regulations. 

Must be able to work and interact effectively with other coaches, staff, student-athletes, the general student body and administrators.

Duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Recruit student athletes in accordance with NWAC athletic regulations, conference and college values, and commitment to student success
• Coordinate Letters of Intent and scholarship awards. Work with athletic director to determine which athletes will receive letters of intent and the scholarship amount each is to receive within NWAC guidelines
• Ensure compliance with eligibility regulations. Stay current on eligibility regulations; inform athletes of eligibility requirements
• Assist students in achieving their educational goals, which includes organizing and implementing team study hall
• Help maintain a competitive program; direct assistant coaches; meet deadlines set forth by the NWAC; comply with NWAC regulations and support the NWAC and Green River College philosophy and mission
• Transport student-athletes to team events and away contests; help with necessary travel arrangements
• Develop fundraising strategies to help raise funds to support the program
• Responsible for developing practice and meet schedules
• Inventory and maintenance of all sports equipment and uniforms; must follow proper purchasing procedures as required by the State of Washington and described by the college business office
• Serve as a role model to assist the team members in developing and displaying appropriate attitudes, sportsmanship and behavior expected of athletic teams and individuals representing Green River College
• Responsible for fostering an environment that provides a quality student-athlete experience
• Supervising assistant coaches
• Timely processing of appropriate institutional and conference paperwork and reports
• Other duties as assigned, responsible for the men's and women's track and field program as a whole

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience as a track and field coach 
• Associate’s degree 
• Availability to attend practices and games on weekday afternoons and evenings, and weekends
• Demonstrated understanding of intercollegiate track and field rules and regulations
• Commitment to a philosophy of promoting student success
• Availability to travel out of state as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience coaching at the college level 
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent

 

The desired candidate will also demonstrate:

• Ability to contribute to the college's commitment to diversity by fostering a climate of multicultural understanding and appreciation 
• Productive and collaborative relationships with external and internal customers, students and staff 
• Ethics, integrity, confidentiality and sound professional judgment

 
Conditions of Employment:
 In order to operate the vehicles associated with team travel, the successful candidate must meet the following conditions of employment:

• Current First Aid/CPR certification 
• Valid unrestricted Washington State Driver's license, and 

• Proof of personal vehicle insurance

At this time, Green River College is not sponsoring for H1-B Visas.
  
All offers of employment are subject to background checks. (Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.  Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.)
 
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law RCW 28B.112.080.
  
Green River College is a tobacco free campus. For more information on the tobacco policy, please visit the following link: https://www.greenriver.edu/campus/policies-and-procedures/general-administrative-policies/ga-2-tobacco-use-policy/
  
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The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Human Resources, 12401 SE 320th Street, Auburn, WA 98092-3622, (253) 288-3320.
 
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Support Services at (253) 833-9111, ext. 2631; TTY (253) 288-3359.
 
Equal Opportunity Employer and Statement of Non-Discrimination:  Green River College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status age, perceived or actual sensory,  physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran  or military status, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal.
  
Green River College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including sex-based harassment, and sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to Green River College’s Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both.
 
Reporting
Any employee, student, applicant, or visitor who believes that he, she or they have been the subject of discrimination or harassment should report the incident or incidents to the College’s appropriate Title IX Coordinator identified below. If the complaint is against that Coordinator, the complainant should report the matter to the President’s office for referral to an alternate designee.
 
For students/employees/public/visitors/applicants:
Korland Simmons, Title IX Coordinator • Equity, Diversity, Inclusion 

• Email: titleixcoordinator@greenriver.edu

Salary : $9,500